Strategic Event Sales & Catering Lead

Universal Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Dusit Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Sales & Marketing professional to lead catering and group sales for the hotel, from event bookings to execution. You will prepare departmental budgets and forecasts, maintain client rapport before, during and after conferences, and collaborate with the Director of Sales & Marketing to drive revenue and guest satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor degree and minimum 3 years sales experience in a luxury environment, excellent English communication, a

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel Management or a related discipline is required.
• Strong English communication skills (written and spoken) are essential.
• Minimum of 3 years sales experience in a luxury/hospitality environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee catering and group sales from event bookings to execution.
• Prepare departmental budgets and forecasts with cost control measures.
• Build and maintain rapport with clients before, during and after conferences to encourage repeat business.
• Conduct site inspections and sales activities as required.
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales and Marketing to prepare monthly forecasts.
• Develop the annual business and marketing plan for the department.
• Achieve banquet and catering budgets as outlined in the annual plan.
• Evaluate performance of Event Manager/Event Executive per HR policy and initiate improvements.
• Ensure sufficient departmental manpower aligned to business volume.
• Ensure staff are effective sales ambassadors for the hotel.
• Coach and train staff regularly to improve performance.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Sales & Marketing.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor degree

Job description

Dusit Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Sales & Marketing professional to lead catering and group sales for the hotel, from event bookings to execution. You will prepare departmental budgets and forecasts, maintain client rapport before, during and after conferences, and collaborate with the Director of Sales & Marketing to drive revenue and guest satisfaction.

The role requires a Bachelor degree and minimum 3 years sales experience in a luxury environment, excellent English communication, a