Now Hiring - Destination Concepts, Inc - Coordinator, Business Development in San Diego, CA

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Join DCi - A Global Leader in Corporate Event Planning DCi is seeking a Coordinator, Business Development to help us create unforgettable, brand-driven experiences. From local to global, personal to public, trendy to timeless; we design events that deliver impact and elevate brands. As part of our team, you'll turn ideas into dynamic experiences through creativity and collaboration. At DCi, you'll find a supportive, team-oriented environment with approachable leadership and a culture that values innovation plus a dog-friendly office that makes work a little more fun! Primary Objectives of Position: The Coordinator, Business Development provides pre-planning program support to the Business Development department. Specifically, the Coordinator proactively assists Business Development Planners in servicing active client files from inception to prepping them for turnover. Major Areas of Accountability : * Managing tasks assigned from all Business Development Planners effectively communicating with them regarding all needs and deliverables * Prep programs for turnover with all appropriate program elements * Reconfirm, secure and/or release vendor holds appropriate to program needs/status * Place holds for items like entertainment, decor, venues, activities, transportation, etc. prior to contract being sent to client * Request vendor contracts and reviewing to confirm terms, pricing, etc. * Set up contract shells * Set up program grids for all new programs * Create event list for staffing department to proactively staff programs * Update database information as needed including clients, hotels, vendors and new leads * Site support as needed and directed such as, cash requests, paying site transportation invoices, prepping/printing proposals, creating site itineraries, site management back-up, gifts, snack baskets, and other site documents as requested * Review definite business report view weekly to proactively assist with program preparation * Provide PTO coverage for Business Development Planners * Complete small snippet proposals as directed by Business Development Planner * Assist with program payables as directed ensuring site costs, pre-program costs, deposits, etc. are captured * Additional support to Business Development Planners, Account Executives and Design & Development as directed Knowledge and Skill Required * Bachelor's Degree or 2+ years equivalent experience in related field * Excellent oral/written communication skills * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite * Strong customer service and relationship/people skills * Extremely detail and task oriented, with ability to prioritize workload, managing multiple tasks and projects * Ability to work independently and stay on task * Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations * Enthusiastic, hard worker, team player Employee Benefits at DCi At DCi, our employees are the source of our success. Our benefit philosophy is to empower and incentivize our team by offering comprehensive plans and choices that protect their health and well-being; and that of their loved ones. We strive to be a preferred employer in our field by providing benefits that support your life inside and outside of work. Highlights of Our Benefits Package: * Paid Time Off & Holidays * 401(k) with Company Match (eligibility applies) * Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA) * Team Bonding Events & Wellness Classes and so much more! Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and length of service.