Event Sales Assistant Manager / Executive
Location
3 Lebuh Bandar Utama, Centrepoint, 3rd Floor, Suite T111, Bandar Utama, 47800, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the Project Director, the Event Sales Assistant Manager / Executive is responsible for driving revenue through the sale of exhibition booths, sponsorship packages, and event-related marketing opportunities.
The Assistant Manager role carries higher revenue responsibility, larger key accounts, and may support junior team members.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Revenue Generation
- Sell exhibition booths, sponsorships, and branding opportunities for assigned events
- Develop and manage a strong pipeline of exhibitors and sponsors
- Achieve individual and team sales targets within defined timelines
- Upsell and cross-sell value-added marketing and branding solutions
Client Management
- Identify new business opportunities through research, networking, and lead generation
- Maintain strong relationships with existing exhibitors and sponsors to encourage repeat business
- Understand client objectives and recommend suitable exhibition or sponsorship solutions
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and deliverables while maintaining profitability
Event Coordination & Execution
- Work closely with marketing, operations, and event teams to ensure smooth exhibitor onboarding
- Coordinate with clients on booth selection, sponsorship deliverables, and timelines
- Ensure all contractual commitments are fulfilled before, during, and after the event
- Support onsite event operation and project management
Market & Industry Awareness
- Stay updated on industry trends, competitor events, and market demand
- Provide feedback on pricing, packaging, and new sponsorship ideas
- Attend industry events, exhibitions, and networking sessions as required
Reporting & Administration
- Maintain accurate sales records, forecasts, and client data
- Prepare sales reports and revenue updates for management
- Ensure timely invoicing and payment follow-ups working with admin team
Requirements & Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (preferred)
Experience
- Event Sales Executive: 1–2 years of experience in B2B sales, event sales, exhibitions, or sponsorship sales
- Event Sales Assistant Manager: 2–4 years of proven experience in exhibition or event sponsorship sales; strong track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
Skills & Competencies
- Strong B2B sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Client-focused with strong relationship-building skills
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and results-oriented
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Preferred Attributes
- Experience selling exhibition booths, sponsorships, or media solutions
- Understanding of event marketing and brand activation
- Ability to manage multiple events and clients simultaneously
- Willingness to travel or work flexible hours during event periods
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with attractive commission
- Added Performance-based incentives
- Career growth opportunities within the events industry
- Dynamic and fast-paced work environment. Never a dull moment.