Business Development Executive - Exhibition Stand Sales

Hq Mena; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

30 days of annual leave

Company-sponsored travel for events

Collaborative environment

Job summary

A leading exhibition company in Dubai is seeking a driven Business Development Executive. This role involves selling exhibition stands and booths, achieving sales targets, and collaborating with marketing and operations teams. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience in sales, ideally within the exhibition industry, and strong negotiation skills. The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of sales experience, preferably in B2B events.
• Experience in the exhibition industry is essential.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Ability to meet and exceed sales goals.
• Willingness to travel to events and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Sell exhibition stands and booths to meet sales targets.
• Stay updated on trends in the exhibition industry.
• Research competitive exhibitions for new ideas.
• Lead and train junior sales team members when required.
• Effectively manage key accounts and negotiate.
• Contact potential markets to acquire new exhibitors.
• Collaborate with Operations and Marketing to ensure event quality.
• Lead and train junior sales team members when required.
• Achieve revenue and sales targets.
• Develop and implement new sales programs to stay competitive.
• Manage key accounts and negotiate effectively.
• Maintain organized follow-up processes.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Travel readiness

Job description

Business Development Executive - Exhibition Stand Sales

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 12/03/2025

We are looking for a driven Exhibition Stand / Booth Sales Executive to join our team. You will sell new and existing exhibition stands to achieve strategic and financial goals, contribute to innovative sales initiatives, and coordinate with marketing and operations teams to ensure event success.

Key Responsibilities

• Sell exhibition stands and booths for upcoming and existing exhibitions to meet sales targets.
• Stay updated on trends and innovations within the exhibition industry.
• Research competitive exhibitions to gather new ideas and market practices.
• Support the preparation of sales promotional materials.
• Help develop prospects and expand the exhibitor database.
• Contact potential markets to acquire new exhibitors.
• Collaborate closely with Operations and Marketing teams to ensure high event standards.
• Lead and train junior sales team members when required.
• Deliver on financial revenue and sales targets.
• Develop and implement new sales programs and initiatives to maintain a competitive edge.
• Effectively manage key accounts and negotiate with tenacity.
• Maintain organized and systematic follow-up processes.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of sales experience, preferably in B2B events.
• Experience in the exhibition industry is essential.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales goals.
• Knowledge of financial services and foreign exchange sectors is a plus.
• Willingness to travel to events and conferences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Annual bonus and growth opportunities.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• 30 days of annual leave.
• Company-sponsored travel for events.
• Vibrant and collaborative work environment.