Sales Manager Exhibition

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  • United Arab Emirates
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Job SummaryThe Sales Manager is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of key clients within the exhibitions and events sector. The role focuses on driving revenue, building long-term client relationships, and delivering tailored sponsorship and exhibition solutions. This position requires a consultative sales approach, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams to ensure successful event delivery and client satisfaction.Key ResponsibilitiesAccount Management
  • Manage a portfolio of high-value key accounts with significant contract values.
  • Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with senior stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients throughout the sales cycle and event lifecycle.
Sales & Revenue Generation
  • Achieve and exceed individual revenue and profit targets.
  • Identify opportunities for upselling, cross-selling, renewals, and new business development.
  • Convert prospects into long-term clients through effective relationship building and tailored solutions.
Client Engagement & Consultation
  • Adopt a consultative approach to understand client objectives, marketing goals, and business needs.
  • Conduct research to gain insight into client industries, trends, and market challenges.
  • Develop customized partnership proposals aligned with client objectives and event offerings.
Business Development
  • Proactively identify new sales opportunities within existing accounts and new prospects.
  • Build pipelines and develop opportunities into sustainable, long-term relationships.
  • Contribute to the growth of the event portfolio through strategic account expansion.
Event Delivery & Onsite Support
  • Attend events and liaise with exhibitors and sponsors onsite.
  • Ensure contractual obligations are delivered and client expectations are met.
  • Address client queries and resolve issues efficiently during the event period.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with content, marketing, operations, and sales teams to ensure alignment.
  • Share client insights and feedback to support overall event strategy and improvement.
  • Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented working environment.
Market Awareness
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and relevant market developments.
  • Regularly engage with industry publications and updates relevant to assigned sectors.
Leadership & Team Contribution
  • Support team initiatives and contribute to overall team success.
  • Provide guidance or mentorship to junior team members when required.
  • Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience in exhibitions, events, sponsorship sales, or B2B account management.
  • Strong track record of managing key accounts and achieving revenue targets.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
  • Commercially driven with a consultative and client-focused mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across departments.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
Key Attributes
  • Strategic thinker with attention to detail
  • Confident engaging with senior-level clients
  • Adaptable and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong problem-solving and client service orientation
  • Team player with leadership potential
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