Convention Services & Events Coordinator - MGM Grand

Las Vegas, Nevada
** The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International
**** THE JOB:
** The Convention Services and Catering Coordinator is responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the Directors and Managers of the Convention Services and Catering Teams, ensuring smooth operations through tasks such as preparing reports and resolving guest issues. In addition, this role includes mentoring the coordinator team, managing confidential files, and assisting with proposals and contracts to enhance overall team efficiency and effectiveness.

** THE STARTING RATE:** $18.13 hourly    
** THE DAY-TO-DAY:
*** Provide mentorship and guidance on administrative tasks for the coordinator team and create and lead all training for coordinator team.
* Coordinate and manage the admin reports calendar.  Pull and distribute reports on schedule, including individual client budget reports, item usage reports, special order reports and the BEO run.
* Keep confidential files organized and secure including closing event documents like client sponsor lists, affiliate bill backs and negotiated pricing for sponsors.
* Complete departmental ordering and oversee inventory of office supplies/amenities and special purchases; assist with new hire access to include phone/computer equipment along with Logon  Service Requests (LSRs) for employees and the leadership team
* Assist Catering /Convention Services Team with proposals, contracts, BEOs and Event Resumes as needed, including any changes to the information, log BEO changes appropriately, and  handle BEO distribution.
* Assist with amenity, transportation, phone line and shipping requests, group restaurant, show and spa reservations, walk pop‐up BEOs and change logs, call to remind customers for  rooming list and cut‐off dates, call customer for guarantees 72 hours prior to the scheduled function, assist customer as needed in the absence of the Catering/Convention Services  Manager
* Manage vendor invoicing through Coupa ensuring everything is submitted and tracked properly.
Manage and verify the vendor revenue checkbook to stay on top of financials.
* Assist with the creation of CS and Catering Resumes and handle distribution of documents to operations team.
** THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:
*** High School Diploma or GED required
* 1+ years of prior relevant experience required
** THE PERKS & BENEFITS:
*** Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
* Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
* Free meals in our employee dining room
* Free parking on and off shift
* Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
* Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community
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** At MGM Resorts, we exist to entertain the human race and provide an unforgettable escape. From delivering excellence for our guests to building and sustaining our communities, you can join our diverse teams of world-class talent and thrive in our collaborative environment. Our iconic MGM Resorts brands offer everyone a wide variety of exciting career opportunities with access to unlimited growth.

Be part of a unique world filled with anticipation, entertainment and unparalleled experiences — combined with competitive rewards and exclusive perks. Together, we will use our meaningful relationships to continue to build our authentic culture.  We know the importance of respecting each other’s differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners.

We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world.  MGM Resorts International develops, builds and operates unique destination resorts designed to provide a total resort experience, including first-class accommodations and dining, world-class entertainment, state-of-the-art meeting and…