Assistant Sales Manager; UAEN Talent Pool

Core Duties and Responsibilities Sales Strategy & Business Development

• Lead regional and international sales efforts, including re‑booking clients from the existing database and acquiring new clients and partners.
• Develop and execute sales strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Identify potential sponsorship opportunities and craft tailored proposals.
• Build and maintain long‑term relationships with key stakeholders.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, sponsors, and partners, ensuring seamless communication and resolution of inquiries.
• Ensure timely delivery of contractual obligations, including booth setup, branding, activations, and sponsorship deliverables.
• Provide high‑level customer service to enhance client retention and satisfaction.

• Drive sponsorship sales by engaging with corporate clients and trade partners.
• Customize sponsorship packages that align with client needs and event objectives.
• Manage the end‑to‑end sponsorship acquisition process, from prospecting to contract execution.

• Conduct ongoing market research to identify new trends, competitors, and industry benchmarks.
• Work with international government entities and trade commissions to establish partnerships and collaborations.
• Evaluate and propose new initiatives to enhance event offerings.

• Oversee contract execution, financial tracking, and ensure payments are collected on time.
• Work with finance and legal teams to ensure compliance with contractual terms.

• Support cross‑functional projects and strategic initiatives as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Bachelor’s Degree in business management or commerce field (Experience in relevant field can be also considered).

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in sales capacity, business development, and/or event operations, preferably in exhibitions or conferences.

• Strong negotiation skills, sales acumen, strategic planning, and client relationship management.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, multitask effectively, and manage high‑profile clients
• Fluent in English, Arabic preferred.