Destination St. Louis

Program Manager-Event Planning + Destination Services

St. Louis, MO, US

21 days ago
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Summary

Job Title: Program Manager-Event Planning & Destination Services

Classification: Regular, Full Time

Reports to: President/Owner

Company Overview: Welcome to the most dynamic and innovative event planning and destination services company in St. Louis! We're not just any company; we're the city's only accredited Destination Management Company, proudly women-owned and operated since 1990. Join our dynamic operations team as a Program Manager! You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of our programs and services. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with our sales team, manage third-party services, and be the primary point of contact for our clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for delivering exceptional service, we want to hear from you!

What We Do: We specialize in making corporate and convention groups feel like VIPs. Our expertise includes:

  • Event Décor and Design
  • Group Dining
  • Team Building
  • Activities and Experiences
  • Offsite Event Management
  • Entertainment and Transportation

Key Responsibilities:

  • Client Care Extraordinaire: From contract signing to final billing, keep clients in the loop and manage day-to-day tasks, including:
  • Transportation Triumphs: Secure vehicles, create signage, manage manifests, and more.
  • Tour Guru: Book tickets, make reservations, and craft perfect itineraries.
  • Staffing Superstar: Handle scheduling like a boss. Provide all the necessary details and instructions to contract staff
  • Event Maestro: Manage vendors, oversee on-site setups, and ensure everything runs smoothly.
  • Venue Vibes: Keep the communication flowing with all event and program venues
  • On-Site Supervision: Oversee on-site coordination and management of programs with a keen eye.
  • Professional Networker: Attend professional organization meetings and participate in committees to stay connected.

Desired Skills and Experience: we are looking for a candidate who is a recent college graduate or has 1-3 years experience in the hospitality field

  • Time Management
  • Prioritizing
  • Listening
  • Confidence
  • Flexibility
  • Ambition
  • Social Acumen
  • Passion for St. Louis
  • Tolerance

Standout Experience

  • DMC / Event Planning
  • Registration Management
  • Meeting Planning
  • Catering
  • Hotel Sales
  • Hotel Convention Services

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit cover letters and resumes by email to [email protected].

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