Sales and Partnership Manager

Our client is a high-end nightlife venue in Dubai looking for an experienced Sales & Partnership Manager.

What will you do?

• Contribute to meeting sales targets of the events and group bookings
• Produce detailed proposals for events, contracts, and events orders for events enquiry.
• Conduct site recces and attend sales call meetings with potential clients.
• Provide on-site support and supervision of assigned events, ensure smooth event execution
• Liaise and follow up with clients on event details and coordinate with departments to ensure smooth event operations, including logistical set-up, food & beverage packages, menu planning.
• Brief and monitor standards of service and coordinate activities amongst kitchen & beverage department to ensure quality service during the event.
• Maintain contact with clients before, during and after event to ensure customers satisfaction.
• Outreach to existing and new clients
• Assist in day to day administration filling, updating calendar of events
• Create and execute a strategic sales plan that expands the customer database.
• Identify new & innovative ways to onboard brand partners.
• Proactively seek future fit partnership opportunities to deliver mass brand exposure.
• Negotiate partnership agreements and large sponsorship agreements.
• Ensure a smooth partner onboarding process and stay updated on requisite commitments.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelors degree required
• A valid driver's license holder preferred
• A minimum of two years of experience coordinating events, and group sales is required, preferably for the hospitality sector
• Passionate about food, beverage, and hospitality
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritizing skills
• Creative flair
• Sales background a plus
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects

What the client offers

• Salary  Incentives are competitive and commensurate with experience
• Flexible & positive working environment