Business Development Manager - MICE

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Shangri-La
United Arab Emirates
AED 120,000 - 200,000
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5 days ago
Job description

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our Sales & Marketing team. The successful applicant will have a good understanding of the UAE market and a track record in identifying and creating lucrative business partnerships within the region.

What are we looking for?

  • Experience in Business Development / Sales & Marketing in a luxury property.
  • Strong OPMS knowledge.
  • Ability to network, building strong & meaningful business relationships.
  • Experience in the local market (UAE as well as other GCC).
  • Oversees the Groups planning and related staff to ensure the planning and delivery of successful hotel events.
  • Develop a flexible sales strategy to reflect the achievement of hotel budget commitment and which responds to local market conditions.
  • Ensures products and or services provided by Group Planning meet or exceed guest expectations and build customer loyalty through product and or service excellence.

What will you do?

  • Develop & Execute effective Business Development Strategies.
  • Be familiar with and use the marketing software solutions.
  • Manage the daily operation of Event Planning to achieve or exceed budget expectations.
  • Develop relationships with local clients, direct bookers, and agency bookers to ensure a strong base of new and regular repeat business and to ensure confidence in the hotel and booking process.
  • Accurately identify customer needs, draw up well-presented and customised proposals in line with brand policies and standards of presentation.
  • Other duties related to the Business Development Manager function.
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