Client & Project Lead - Events Solutions

Asia Tents Arena; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Asia Tents Arena in Malaysia is seeking an Account Manager to drive growth by developing and managing key client accounts across sporting, commercial and cultural events. You will be the primary contact for clients, coordinate with operations and logistics, and ensure projects meet client expectations and budgets.

The role emphasizes building long-term relationships, identifying new opportunities in and outside events, and delivering end-to-end project execution with clear communication and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Project Management or related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years experience in B2B sales / Account Management / Business Development
• Experience in construction, events, temporary structures, scaffolding, building materials, engineering, industrial equipment, or project-based businesses
• Experience dealing with contractors, developers, project owners, consultants, event organisers, procurement teams or corporate clients
• Proven ability to manage a sales pipeline, quotations, tenders and negotiations
• Strong communicator (verbal & written) and a committed team-player
• Quick learner with a willing attitude and ability to adapt / respond in a constantly changing environment
• Self-starter, able to work independently with limited supervision once onboarded
• Highly organized with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• A natural flair for building relationships with people on every level

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and service / manage existing clients within the Arena Asia portfolio.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions
• Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention
• Oversee end-to-end project execution in collaboration with internal teams (operations, logistics, technical).
• Ensure full transparency of project costing and expenditure through continuous alignment with the Account Management team and Head of Project.
• Deliver projects in close collaboration with the Account Manager, maintaining clear and timely visibility of all project status, progress, and key developments.
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues
• Conduct post-project reviews and gather client feedback
• Develop new business / client opportunities especially in the non-event space (i.e. industrial solutions)
• Achieve assigned revenue and margin targets
• Track account performance and provide regular reporting
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and stakeholders
• Align expectations between clients and operations teams
• Working in collaboration with other cross functional department colleagues.
• Create Quotation & costing strategy with costing team
• Monitor project budgets, costs, and profitability
• Ensure timely invoicing and support collection processes
• Manage contract variations and cost control

Skills

Communication

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Independent working

Organization

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, Project Management or related discipline

Job description

Asia Tents Arena in Malaysia is seeking an Account Manager to drive growth by developing and managing key client accounts across sporting, commercial and cultural events. You will be the primary contact for clients, coordinate with operations and logistics, and ensure projects meet client expectations and budgets.

The role emphasizes building long-term relationships, identifying new opportunities in and outside events, and delivering end-to-end project execution with clear communication and