Assistant Weddings and Events Manager

Being a Pullman Heartist means embodying and conveying the brand mindset through the values of commitment, adaptability and creativity.

 What is in it for you:

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Green Key.

What you will be doing:

Assistant Conference and Events Sales Manager is responsible for driving revenue and ensuring the success of social & corporate events of the hotel by being the primary point of contact for guests who will organize events.

• Responsible for the sales of  social events with focus on weddings, celebrations and corporate events.
• Manage the entire sales process from initial inquiry to event confirmation and communication.
• Conduct site tours and presentations to showcase the venue's facilities and services.
• Address client inquiries, preferences and concerns promptly and professionally.
• To be proactive in upselling and cross selling services with the right pricing to maximize revenue for the hotel.
• Ensures collaboration and communication with operations team and internal departments to ensure seamless event execution.
• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure client satisfaction.
• Involve in the business planning process along with the Director of Events to achieve the sales goals of the hotel.
• Generate leads through various channels, including networking  and referrals.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all sales activities.
• Foster strong relationships with Wedding Planners and Event Management Companies.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.

Your experience and skills include:    

• This role requires exceptional interpersonal skills and strong organizational abilities.
• A deep understanding of the Social and Corporate Event industry.
• Proficiency in Arabic Language is a mandatory requirement for this role.
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, or a related field.
• Proven experience in Events Sales , preferably within the wedding or event industry.
• Strong Connection with Weddings and Event Planners in local market would be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit  https://careers.accor.com/

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