Manager Event Sales

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury resort in UAE is seeking an experienced Event Sales Manager to lead sales initiatives and cultivate client relationships. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of hotel sales experience and a Bachelor's degree. This role offers an attractive salary in AED, excellent leave policy, and additional benefits, making it a sought-after position in the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Excellent leave policy

Healthcare package

Life insurance

Incentive programs

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in hotel sales.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Expertise in cultivating and maintaining long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales and negotiations for events and group inquiries.
• Monitor group & event budgets ensuring targets are met.
• Develop and grow new and existing client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Ability to cultivate long-term client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Marketing or Business Administration

Tools

MS Office

Delphi

Hotel operating systems

Job description

About Wynn Al Marjan Island

On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in early 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theatre, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf.

About The Position

Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking an Event Sales Manager to join the resort’s Hotel Sales team.

The Primary Duties And Responsibilities Of This Role Are

• Lead Sales and Negotiations: Assess and handle events and group inquiries, negotiate room rates, minimum food and beverage expenditure, and room-to-space ratios to obtain group business and meet individual/department objectives. Identify and capitalize on revenue opportunities for all possible points of sales for the Resort and develop a culture of repeat business with the clients.
• Budget Monitoring and Sales Targets: Monitoring group & event budgets ensuring that targets are met with the quarter and the full period of the year.
• Cultivate Client Relationships: Develop and grow new and existing relationships within the corporate, association, and incentive markets through proactive prospecting, sales calls, and client engagement activities, including site inspections and on-property client entertainment.
• Market Representation: Represent the resort at tradeshows and industry events while upholding five-star standards. Execute strategic plans for the territory with hit lists and annual business plans to measure results.
• Product & Client Experience: Continuously innovate and come up with new ideas to propose to internal and external parties. Understand fully the destination to ensure programs and offerings from local DMCs will always feature Wynn Al Marjan Island.
• Foster Team Approach: Promote a team-oriented work environment within respective teams by offering guidance and support to team members, including coordinators, to encourage teamwork and ensure all duties meet department and resort standards.
• Marketing Collaboration: Collaborating with the marketing team to promote events and increase sales. This includes generating reports on sales performance and recommending improvements
• Industry Networking: Attending industry events and networking opportunities to stay current on trends and build long-lasting relationships with clients
• Additional Duties: Assume other responsibilities as requested by the Director of Event Sales and the VP of Hotel Sales.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Hotel Management, Marketing or Business Administration preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience is required
• Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in hotel sales
• Proficiency with MS Office, Delphi and hotel operating systems
• Requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies that align with company goals
• Ability to achieve established quarterly individual room night goals
• Strong problem-solving skills to address client needs while maximizing company revenue
• Expertise in cultivating and maintaining long-term client relationships

About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits

We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package and as well as life insurance, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicant s seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.