PRA is the market-leading business event management firm, delivering unique experiences that move hearts, minds and businesses forward. Blending Passion, Reach and Authenticity, PRA works collaboratively with clients to craft creative, multi-sensory attendee journeys to leave a lasting impression.
This position is based in Houston and allows for working from home, providing flexibility based on our client's needs. Applicants must reside in the Houston area to be considered for this role and must be able to attend regular client meetings, site inspections, events, etc. in person.
Primary Responsibilities
- Responsible for the logistical management and operational execution of client events and programs.
- Serves as the primary contact for the client during the pre-planning and operation of the client's program post-sale and ensures the expectations of the client are exceeded to promote client satisfaction and account retention.
- Meets with Sales team to go through details of a client's program and serves as primary client contact once the event has been contracted.
- Manages program changes during pre-planning and on-site, negotiating and up-selling.
- Responsible for managing the expected gross margin for the event once contracted.
- Orders, confirms, and re-confirms all suppliers, develops relationships with supplier/partners, negotiates and contracts terms-of-service and price including, but not limited to service expectation levels, guarantees, cancellation, billing information, directions, etc.
- Ensures deposits for the program have been received as contracted and billing is completed.
- Determines Field Staff work assignments, based on program schedule and staffing needs.
- Prepares and distributes trip sheets and any other relevant program information and direction for Field Staff.
- Participates in recruiting and training Field Staff.
- Coordinates and processes all Field Staff paperwork involving compensation including timesheets, expense reports, and pay rate change forms.
- Maintains inventory of field staff uniforms and materials and coordinates purchases of additional uniforms and equipment as required.
- Completion of all program production paperwork, such as trip sheets, check requests, service agreements, invoicing, job costing, expense reports, etc.
- Assists Experience Designers with program development according to specifications of the client.
- Manages cost preparation, program summaries, deposit invoices, service agreements, and related correspondence.
- Responsible for forwarding any necessary program information to hotel and venue representatives to ensure seamless coordination with venue operations.
- Conducts pre-con meetings with client/hotel to review all details of the program as confirmed.
- Keeps Regional and Global Sales Managers fully informed of all opportunities and program changes and takes prompt corrective action where necessary to ensure successful delivery of client objectives.
Qualifications
- 3 years of experience in overseeing the execution of corporate meetings, client events, and other complex programs. DMC, corporate incentive travel, hospitality or related experience highly preferred.
- Ability to manage operations functions and effectively supervise and direct Field Staff.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a diverse group of clients, supplier partners, coworkers, and employees.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret client proposal requirements, contracts, financial reports, and other legal documents.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, supplier partners, and hoteliers.
- Ability to multitask and work on multiple programs with different deadlines.
- Must be able to work well with all levels of management and staff, hoteliers and venue staff, clients, and supplier partners.
- Working knowledge of attractions, hotels, parks, venues, and supplier partners in the local area and ability to locate and vet new venues and supplier partners.
- Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Some travel required to support region and PRA system as needed.
Benefits package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) with Match, Parental Leave, Cell Phone and Home Internet Stipends, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays, Pet Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and other optional benefit coverages.
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