Sales Manager MICE

Must be able to drive revenue by selling our event space rooms and F&B Outlets.

grow our G&C incentive corporate groups and exhibition room nights.

Build and maintain strong co-operative and professional relationships with unit management and clients.

Deliver and drive strategies for MICE segments.

participate in department budgeting and forecasting.

work with government bodies and local authorities.

sets sales targets for the hotel and plan towards achieving the goal.

have contacts in the local market / international market.

Conduct sight visits and inspections by hosting current as well as future clients.

understand create and prepare proposals and quotes.

planning and staging client functions site inspections; follow-up post function on client satisfaction.

promptly follow up on outstanding quotes requests for proposals sales enquiries pending billing and closing PMs

familiar with Micros / FMC / Opera and other hotel operating systems

analyse client and market information and compile conclusive reports with recommendations for ongoing or new business.

contribute to weekly / monthly departmental meetings by liasing with internal stakeholders.

attend networking events and functions / make external sales calls.

social media savvy with the ability to monitor comment and follow up as required.

collaborate with Executive Chef / F&B Director in creating menus and pricing.

work as part of a team or individually to deliver high quality standards.

If you have the following requirements feel free to apply:

A Self motivated target orientated individual with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Strong business acumen

A relevant qualification relating to Sales & Marketing/Events or Hotel Management

3 to 4 years of experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel

Must have a valid drivers license.

Knowledge of PMS Systems

Must be available in Abu dhabi.