Event Account Manager - Portland, OR

Event Account Manager

West Coast Event Productions

 

Join our team!

 

West Coast Event Productions is the Premier event planning, design and rental company servicing the Pacific Northwest. We are an inspired team of designers and event service technicians committed to developing innovative solutions for special events.

Job summary

We are looking for an ambitious, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join our team.

This position will have the expertise and ability to actively reach out to potential customers to grow the business and brand footprint.

Manage sales goals in accordance with the company’s annual sales plan and budget.

Create and prepare accurate, complete, and timely client sales proposals and sales contracts.

Work collaboratively with the Operations team to help determine equipment and service needed to meet customer expectations and positively impact the financial performance of events.

Identify opportunities for improvement and innovation with an eye to continuous improvement and efficiency principles.

As a member of the West Coast Event Production Team, you will be a key contributor in bringing our customers’ event vision to life.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

 

  • 5+ years of experience in event planning or hospitality with excellent execution and customer satisfaction results.
  • Design background preferred.
  • Proactive approach to planning and managing client projects.
  • Ability to create and communicate event site diagrams.
  • Flexibility to work an adjusted schedule.
  • Talent for multi-tasking.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to change.

 

Education and Experience

 

  • 5+ years of experience in event planning or hospitality
  • Design background a plus
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job Type: Full Time

 

Job Type: Full-time