Sales Manager (Wedding and Social Events)

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Dubai is seeking an Event Sales Manager to drive revenue through effective wedding planning and event coordination. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and a creative flair for event design. This role focuses on ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while executing memorable events.

Qualifications

• 23 years of experience in wedding planning or hospitality sales.
• Strong communication skills with a client-centric approach.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and vendors.
• Generate leads and convert them into confirmed bookings.
• Coordinate with internal departments for smooth event execution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking

Creative event design

Job description

Job Summary

The Event Sales Manager Wedding & Social is responsible for driving revenue through the sales and seamless execution of weddings social gatherings and private events. This role combines strategic sales initiatives with hands-on event management ensuring each occasion is executed flawlessly and reflects the clients vision while maintaining the hotels high standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients vendors and internal teams.
• Generate leads and convert them into confirmed bookings through compelling proposals and presentations.
• Conduct site inspections and client meetings to understand event requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments (F&B Rooms Concierge etc.) and external vendors to ensure smooth event execution.
• Oversee events from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence.
• Stay updated on industry trends and bring creative ideas for event styling and personalized experiences.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 23 years of experience in wedding planning event coordination or hospitality sales preferably in a hotel setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-centric approach.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Creative flair for event design and dcor.

Required Experience: Manager