Events Sales Executives

BIJAN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management company in Singapore is seeking a Sales Executive responsible for client management, developing proposals, and coordinating event execution. The ideal candidate has strong communication and sales skills, with experience in the hospitality or events industry. This role offers opportunities for career advancement to positions like Events Manager or Sales Manager.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to persuade and close deals.
• Focus on guest satisfaction and ability to resolve complaints.
• Manage multiple tasks and coordinate with different teams.
• Experience in sales within the hospitality or events industry.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Develop proposals and follow up to secure bookings.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors.
• Prepare sales reports and forecast sales.
• Manage event-related agreements.

Skills

Communication

Sales and persuasion

Customer service

Organizational skills

Event planning

Tools

Opera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Key responsibilities

• Client management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining relationships.
• Sales and proposals: Handle inquiries, develop proposals, prepare contracts, and follow up to secure bookings for events like weddings, corporate meetings, and launches.
• Event execution: Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure the smooth execution of events.
• Market knowledge: Stay up-to-date on current market offerings, including competitive packages.
• Reporting and administration: Prepare sales reports, forecast sales, maintain client files, and manage event-related agreements.

Essential skills and qualifications

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, vendors, and team members.
• Sales and persuasion: The ability to persuade and close deals is crucial.
• Customer service: A focus on guest satisfaction and the ability to resolve complaints are necessary.
• Organizational skills: The ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate with different teams is key for event planning and execution.
• Experience: Experience in sales, particularly within the hospitality or events industry, is often required, along with proficiency in relevant systems like Opera and Microsoft Office.

Career path and outlook

• This role can be a stepping stone to more senior positions such as an Events Manager or Sales Manager.
• The role involves a mix of sales, client management, and operational coordination, offering a diverse and dynamic career path.