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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Event Sales Executive -Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre. in Manama, Bahrain
Ramada by Wyndham Manama City Centre is now seeking a Event Sales Executive to join our team in Bahrain.
Job Summary
The Event Sales Executive will be responsible for managing meeting territories, Events, Weddings and achieve yearly revenue goals by developing accounts and business opportunities in coordination with Director of Sales and Marketing.
Education & Experience
3 year of Event sales related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
Candidate with F&B or Banquet experience is preferred.
Communication and marketing skills.
Highly Organized.
Proficiency in various event software.
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
Highly responsible & reliable.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required.
Fundamental Requirements
Proactively lead in the conversion of enquiries by following up queries within agreed timelines to confirm event sales and bookings
Conduct show rounds with potential clients demonstrating a good knowledge of the venue and its offerings
Ensure that all incoming requests are addressed within 24 hours in order to avoid customer complaints and loss of business
Develop the client base by proactively reaching out to new clients and businesses
Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, competitive positioning, and opportunities for growth in target market segments, and provide insights and recommendations to inform sales and marketing strategies.
Work in partnership with our operations teams to make sure your events are spot on
To gain new accounts while maintaining and prospecting established accounts under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Sales
Professionally conduct routine telemarketing activities to identify new clients for social and wedding events.
Provide feedback to the Director of Sales and marketing on changing market conditions, review direct competition and conduct regular research to identify new selling strategies Attends and contributes to all meetings as required.
Ensure to provide a courteous and professional service at all times.
Closely monitor the accounts revenue and business production of own business portfolio and maintain an up to date “Account & Contact Database” in the property management system as well as maintain end of month production reports
Work closely with the Sales & Revenue Department as the point of contact for all F&B related bookings and enquiries, in close coordination with the Outlet Managers to promote special events and occasions
Follow up with client contact at the end of each meeting to ensure satisfaction and obtain feedback
General Requirements
Researching prospects and generating leads.
Contacting potential and existing customers on the phone, by email, and in person.
Handling customer questions, inquiries, and complaints.
Preparing and sending quotes and proposals.
Meeting daily, weekly, and monthly events sales targets.
Participating in sales team meetings.
Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly way to protect guests’ and colleagues’ health and safety, as well as protect and conserve the environment
Comply with the hotel environmental, health and safety policies and procedure
Participate in any Training and Development programs as recommended by the senior management
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 872,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company’s mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 24 hotel brands—think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8—Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.
Job Location: Ramada Manama City Center, Building 3236, Road 4654, Block 346, Al Seef District, Manama, N/A N/A
Employment Status: Full-time
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