Group, Conference and Events Sales Manager

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to Sofitel Cairo Downtown, a new destination in the heart of Cairo, combining luxury, elegance, and French art de vivre. We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Digital & Ecommerce Manager to join our team in Cairo, Egypt. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for driving our digital and e-commerce strategies to enhance our online presence and boost sales performance.

Job Description

·  Receiving, handling, and converting Meetings, Events, and Group inquiries.
·   Planning events in conjunction with the client, contact Meeting Planner by mail, telephone, customer outings, and site inspections.
·   Presenting and Selling available and suitable banquet/event options to the highest possible standard, ensuring the complete administration and execution of all planned events.
·  Negotiate space, dates, and rates to obtain booking goals while focusing on shoulder and off-season business.
·   Assist in the development and solicitation of Banquet and event package plans aimed at conference business and encourage repeat business.
·   Attend trade and travel shows of various market areas for promoting hotel event business.
·   Actively manage business bookings, record denials, and make network referrals.
·   Make commercial decisions to maximize MICE income daily.
·  Encouraging repeat business through excellent customer service and inquiry handling.
·   Helping the hotel to identify new avenues of business and bring in more banquet events to the hotel.

 

Qualifications

·  3 to 5 Years Experience in hotel sales Banquet sales or event sales
·  Strong analytical skills to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges
·  Excellent selling capability and an ability and desire to coach selling techniques to their team
·  Excellent organizational and planning skills
·  Accountable and resilient
·  Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:
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Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.