Groups, Meetings & Events Manager - Schiphol
Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center Schiphol
- Fulltime
- HBO
- 2 - 5 Years of experience
- Language: EN
- Managing
- Banquet sales
Groups, Meetings & Events Manager
Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Do you enjoy being at the heart of commercial and operational collaboration?
Are you energized by converting group enquiries into successful business and flawless events?
Do you thrive in a role where relationships, overview and teamwork are key?
Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center is looking for a Groups, Meetings & Events Manager who takes ownership of the full group journey and connects people across the hotel.
About Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Directly connected to Schiphol Airport, our hotel is a trusted meeting place for international travelers, corporate clients and event professionals. With 417 guest rooms and 32 meeting and event spaces, Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center is one of the largest conference hotels in the region, known for reliability, scale and genuine hospitality.
Your role
As Groups, Meetings & Events Manager, you are responsible for all group enquiries from beginning to end. From the moment an enquiry comes in, your team takes ownership to convert the business, secure revenue and deliver a well‑planned and successful event.
You lead and guide your team throughout the full process:
Enquiry handling and follow‑up
Conversion of enquiries into confirmed business
Commercial alignment and pricing while working closely with Proactive Sales and Revenue Management
Detailed planning and coordination of confirmed groups and events
Close follow‑up until successful execution
You ensure that enquiries are converted efficiently and profitably, while maintaining strong client relationships and high service standards.
You report directly to the Director of Sales & Events.
Working together – the spin in the web
In this role, you are truly the connecting link within the hotel.
You work closely with:
Commercial teams, such as Proactive Sales and Revenue Management, to align strategy, pricing and opportunities
Operational departments, including Banqueting, Front Office and other hotel teams, to ensure smooth execution
Your own Groups, Meetings & Events team, guiding them through detailed planning and coordination
You understand that success depends on collaboration. You know how to build, maintain and strengthen relationships across all departments and ensure everyone is aligned towards the same goal.
Leadership & team management
You are the manager of the Groups, Meetings & Events team and provide structure, direction and support.
You:
Coach and guide the team throughout the full group lifecycle
Keep overview of all enquiries, deadlines and confirmed business
Ensure planning is accurate, detailed and clearly communicated
Support your team during busy periods or complex enquiries
Create clarity around priorities and responsibilities
Foster a positive, collaborative and accountable team culture
Planning, quality & continuous improvement
Once business is confirmed, your team is responsible for the detailed planning. You ensure:
High attention to detail and consistency in all planning stages
Clear handovers and alignment with operational departments
High guest satisfaction and reliable delivery
You also:
Identify opportunities to improve processes and workflows
Think along about how to increase repeat business and long‑term client relationships
Share ideas and insights with the Director of Sales & Events
What do we offer?
A central, connecting leadership role in a large conference hotel
Close collaboration with commercial and operational teams
A professional, international and supportive working environment
Coaching, training and development opportunities
Special Associate Rates at Marriott hotels worldwide
Full time position (38 hours per week).
CAO Salary, Scale 8
€55 suit allowance to support your professional appearance
Unlimited online and offline training opportunities
A dynamic, international workplace within Marriott International
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a relationship‑driven people manager with experience in meetings & events who enjoys coordinating complex processes and working across departments.
You:
Have experience in meetings & events within hospitality
Bring people management or team‑leading experience
Are commercially aware and focused on conversion and results
Communicate clearly and confidently with multiple stakeholders
Are strong in building and maintaining relationships
Keep overview in a busy, detail‑driven environment
Enjoy working as the connecting link between teams
To succeed in this role, you:
Hold a bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Event Management or a related field
Have several years of relevant experience in a similar environment
Are fluent in English (additional languages are an advantage)
Have strong organizational, coordination and interpersonal skills
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Groups, Meetings & Events Manager
- Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel & Conference Center Schiphol