Company:
Columbia Hospitality
Location: Seattle
Closing Date: 02/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Marketing Manager | Bell Harbor
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Marketing Manager tasked with fostering the team culture, brand DNA and reputation for our properties. The Marketing Manager will bring enthusiasm to the team, flourish in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate experience in marketing leadership, and create an authentic and exceptional experience for guests, team members and owners. This role will support the following properties: Bell Harbor International Conference Center, World Trade Center Seattle, and Kitsap Conference Center.
Let's start off with the most important part-what's in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
"People never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou's famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other's backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What you'll do:
The Brass Tacks
The Marketing Manager will:
The Marketing Manager will have the following qualifications:
Don't meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Where you'll work:
Seattle's premier waterfront conference venue features 18 meeting rooms totaling 100,000 square feet with capacity for up to 6,000 guests. A multiple recipient of the Planners Choice Award from Successful Meetings and Meeting News, Bell Harbor features panoramic views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound, Northwest-inspired cuisine and complimentary high-speed internet with REAL bandwidth! Bell Harbor is a member of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), ensuring a superior meeting experience with state-of-the-art audiovisual, Herman Miller chairs made for comfort, and well-lit meeting space.
Additional venues offered via the Bell Harbor sales team include Smith Cove Cruise Terminal located on Seattle's Magnolia waterfront with over 96,000 square feet of event space perfect for trade shows and large events, and directly adjacent to Bell Harbor the Maritime Event Center, a less traditional space that adds a nautical-themed backdrop to weddings and social events.
The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is seeking a Marketing Manager tasked with fostering the team culture, brand DNA and reputation for our properties. The Marketing Manager will bring enthusiasm to the team, flourish in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate experience in marketing leadership, and create an authentic and exceptional experience for guests, team members and owners. This role will support the following properties: Bell Harbor International Conference Center, World Trade Center Seattle, and Kitsap Conference Center.
Let's start off with the most important part-what's in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
- Salary Range: $75k to $87k DOE
- Cellphone Allowance
- Incentive Eligible
- Commuter/Parking Allowance
- Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
- Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
- Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
- HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
- Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
- Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
- Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
- Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
- Employee Assistance Program
- "Columbia Cares" Volunteer Opportunities
- Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
- Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
- Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
- Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
- This is a full-time, exempt (salaried) position typically working Monday through Friday, with limited evening and weekend time commitments.
- This is a hybrid position with an in-office requirement Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
"People never forget how you made them feel." Maya Angelou's famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other's backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
What you'll do:
The Brass Tacks
The Marketing Manager will:
- Act as the marketing resource and point of contact for all property leaders on marketing programs.
- Actively lead and participate in regular marketing and revenue calls to continually understand business needs and provide guidance on marketing strategies and tactics to drive revenue.
- Lead the development of annual marketing plans, marketing budgets, and owner presentations for assigned properties.
- Adhere to annual budgets and oversee the monthly expenses to ensure accurate forecasting aligned with projected revenues; work with property leaders and accounting team to reconcile expenses on a monthly basis.
- Oversee brand development and ensure all marketing channels appropriately represent Columbia and the property brands.
- Oversee all marketing execution and serve as strategic advisor to junior-level team members supporting shared properties.
- Lead strategy on guest facing, revenue driving content - packages, promotions, programs, etc.
- Oversee public relations efforts, including pitching activities and programming development, as well as interfacing with third-party PR firms.
- Oversee social media management, including posting/message strategy, content creation, brand representation and community management.
- Oversee digital marketing campaigns and ensure appropriate branding and messaging across all media channels; work with the internal or third-party partner on implementation.
- Maintain property website content.
- Create all content and build email marketing campaigns that incorporate revenue tracking and engagement metrics.
- Produce collateral as needed.
- Project manage and oversee creative agencies on websites, advertising, branding, brochures, direct mail, sales materials, and stationery packages.
- Oversee advertising and promotion campaigns and report on performance.
- Lead the direction of procurement of all logo items at each property to ensure brand standards are maintained.
- Drive accountability with property leaders and teams to ensure that properties stay on track with annual goals.
- Manage vendor relationships including, but not limited to: printing, creative design and photography.
- Additional duties as assigned.
The Marketing Manager will have the following qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree in marketing or business-related discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- 3+ years of experience in hospitality marketing or 5+ years of experience in similar field.
- 1-2 years of leadership and management experience.
- Proven track record of relationship management skills.
- A balance of creative, technical, and analytical skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Conviction for creating and managing operating processes.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective project and personal management skills, including time management, planning and organizing, execution and delivery of results.
- Proficient with InDesign and other Adobe programs.
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
Don't meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Where you'll work:
Seattle's premier waterfront conference venue features 18 meeting rooms totaling 100,000 square feet with capacity for up to 6,000 guests. A multiple recipient of the Planners Choice Award from Successful Meetings and Meeting News, Bell Harbor features panoramic views of downtown Seattle and Puget Sound, Northwest-inspired cuisine and complimentary high-speed internet with REAL bandwidth! Bell Harbor is a member of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), ensuring a superior meeting experience with state-of-the-art audiovisual, Herman Miller chairs made for comfort, and well-lit meeting space.
Additional venues offered via the Bell Harbor sales team include Smith Cove Cruise Terminal located on Seattle's Magnolia waterfront with over 96,000 square feet of event space perfect for trade shows and large events, and directly adjacent to Bell Harbor the Maritime Event Center, a less traditional space that adds a nautical-themed backdrop to weddings and social events.
The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.
Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.
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