Sales Executive - Healthcare Event Portfolio

dmg events: Energy Portfolio; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

dmg events is seeking a Sales Executive to drive sponsorship and exhibition revenue through proactive business development and consultative sales for the UAE portfolio.

You will identify new opportunities, manage client relationships, and deliver outstanding customer experiences while supporting the event portfolio's long-term commercial success.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in B2B sponsorship or exhibition sales.
• Experience with healthcare or medical industry is preferred.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and account management skills.
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
• Excellent English communication; other languages advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and convert sponsorship and exhibition opportunities to achieve revenue targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with exhibitors, sponsors, and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research and trend monitoring to identify opportunities.
• Develop and execute structured sales plans aligned with objectives.
• Research, qualify, and manage leads with CRM for accurate pipeline reporting.
• Collaborate with marketing, production, operations, and sponsorship teams.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate agreements, and secure win-win outcomes.
• Travel to events to re-sign or gain commitments for future years.
• Represent the business at industry events to strengthen market presence.

Skills

Sales skills

Negotiation

Account management

CRM experience

English communication

Networking

Teamwork

Time management

Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Purpose

The Sales Executive is responsible for driving sponsorship and exhibition revenue growth through proactive business development, account management, and consultative sales strategies across assigned events. The role requires identifying new business opportunities, managing existing client relationships, achieving revenue targets, and delivering exceptional customer experiences while supporting the long-term commercial success of the event portfolio.

Key Accountabilities

• Business Development and Sales Identify, develop, and convert new sponsorship and exhibition opportunities to achieve revenue targets and portfolio growth.
• Client Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with exhibitors, sponsors, and industry stakeholders to maximise retention and repeat business.
• Market Research & Industry Analysis Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and trend monitoring to identify new opportunities and enhance commercial performance.
• Sales Planning & Execution Develop and execute structured sales plans aligned with event objectives and commercial strategies.
• Lead Generation & CRM Management Research, qualify, and manage leads through the CRM system while ensuring accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting.
• Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with marketing, production, operations, and sponsorship teams to ensure alignment on customer targeting and event delivery.
• Commercial Negotiation Prepare proposals, negotiate commercial agreements, and secure win-win outcomes with clients and partners.
• Travel where relevant attending the event with the objective of re-signing and/or gaining commitment from sponsors and exhibitors to attend the following year’s event.
• Event Representation Represent the business at industry events, meetings, and exhibitions to strengthen market presence and secure future opportunities.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills

What we look for in the ideal candidate – You will demonstrate

• 1–3 years of experience in B2B sponsorship, exhibition, or event sales, preferrably dealing with healthcare or medical or similar industry verticals.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and account management skills.
• Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce or similar systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; additional languages are advantageous.
• Ability to identify customer needs and deliver tailored commercial solutions.
• Strong networking, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Commercially aware with an understanding of market trends and customer behaviour.
• Excellent organisational, time management, and prioritisation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Behavioural Competencies

• Customer-focused with a strong service mindset.
• Results-oriented and target-driven.
• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Collaborative team player.
• Professional, reliable, and respectful.
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Adaptable and capable of working under pressure.

dmg events is an equal opportunity employer.

If you have not had feedback from us within 14 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful for this round.