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Etherio Group is Hiring a Remote Site Selection Manager
About Etherio
At Etherio, we have a purpose that drives all we do: We create meaningful partnerships, experiences and connections that fuel growth and accelerate success for our clients and those they impact. Every day, we deliver creative, customer-focused solutions for our corporate and association clients - one meeting, event, or membership experience at a time.
Whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid, we’re redefining event experiences. We’re also advancing the stories of a diverse set of local, national, and global associations and nonprofits. In everything we do, we start with understanding our clients’ “why.” Because we know that it’s not so much what they do, but why they do it thatcompels people to embrace and engage with products, organizations, and brands. We create value for our customers by delivering solutions that power relationships at scale.
Etherio nurtures and deepens the capabilities of our people. Here, we live our Core Values every day. Whether you work in our office or another location, we're also committed to your learning and growth. Our goal is for you to feel empowered to work out loud with a diverse team of professionals who are learners and teachers together, enhancing each other's strengths. Our pace of work supports fast learning and freedom to think big.
Joining our team comes with perks that support you in your personal and professional journey. Benefits include:
Joining our team comes with perks that support you in your personal and professional journey. Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision and more
- 401(k) with matching
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible and hybrid work schedules
Our approach has scored us many industry awards over our 30-year history, including 17 consecutive years on the CMI 25 – North America’s Top 25 Meeting & Incentive Companies. As leaders in the industry, we're always exploring new ways to solve challenges for our clients.
Etherio is committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices and in experiences as Etherio employees.
Senior Site Selection Manager
GENERAL SUMMARY
As a Senior Site Selection Manager, you will manage and execute all activities associated with sites logistics and contract management. You will serve as the primary internal and external client contact as well as working closely with Hotels, CVB/NSO’s to find the best venue for the event. You will lead client projects from small to large in group size (50-1,000 rooms on peak night). We are always striving to find ways to do things better, ensuring our customers have the best experience possible, so we look to our employees to help us improve.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Establish strong partnership with existing clients
- Participate in renewing client contracts (sites only clients)
- Lead small to large group projects (50 – 1,000 rooms on peak night)
- Evaluate event details, and load RFP details into Cvent
- Conduct sites research and closely work with our CVB/NSO contacts
- Foster relationship between Etherio and CVB/NSO contacts
- Understand how to evaluate venue proposals
- Review and narrow hotel options with input of planning lead
- Create comprehensive hotel-venue presentation (via Cvent or PowerPoint)
- Set up site inspection agenda for client and planning lead or lead site visit (sites only clients)
- Lead contract negotiations for client; understand client’s budget parameters
- Work with procurement office (based on client) to negotiate and finalize hotel agreement
- Forward weekly pick up reports 12 weeks prior to event
- Forward final pick-up report at end of event
- Assist in attrition and/or cancellation negotiations, if necessary
- Attend some of our larger events (travel staff)
- Attend monthly business unit meetings
- Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM AND PREFEREED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 8 years meeting planning/sites management/hotel management
- Strong knowledge of contract negotiations / legal verbiage
- Strong knowledge of Cvent and/or any other sourcing software
- Advance computer and database management skills required
- Strong organizational and time management skills required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills required
- Strong customer service skills
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, legal knowledge
- Ability to multi-task
WORKPLACE LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Atlanta or Remote
We operate as a Hybrid work environment, working as a combination of remote and in-office presence, as well as the possibility of being onsite at client and/or event locations.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to travel at least 30%
SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS
- Requires flexibility in scheduling, such as the ability to work evenings and weekends to meet client, event, or company needs.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
- Must be able to remain either in a stationary position most of the time (such as when working in the office), while also being able to stand and/or move for the majority of the time (such as when executing events onsite).
- Need to lift, carry, push, or drag boxes or equipment up to 30 lbs.
- Frequently moves inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Need to adapt in various physical settings (for example, conference centers, indoor and outdoor spaces).
- Occasionally required to position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner.
- Frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, machinery, and computers.
- Frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Frequently operates a computer and other electronic equipment.
- The noise level in the office work environment is usually low to moderate, while event environments may be moderate to noisy.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Etherio retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Etherio is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to invite and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. The Firm does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact hr@etherio.com.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$90k-115k (estimate)
POST DATE
01/11/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
05/03/2024
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