Job Description

The Role

Must have ability to work multiple events with multiple themes & pricing strategies. o Understand the unique needs of different types of events, such as corporate events and social events. o Create and manage all client data through our database. o Work with clients to plan and coordinate details of events. o Coordinate all events focusing on customer needs, logistics and operational capabilities, assessing client needs and requirements, and providing timely and effective solutions while staying on budget. o Ensure successful event execution by our operations team. o Work directly with catering, vendors and event services staff to ensure all event logistics and catering options/menus are presented to the customer accurately and effectively. o Be present at events to coordinate with client, catering staff, facility operations and culinary staff. o Booking of event by phone, mail, walk-in. o Close cooperation with the sales department. o Attend planned events, other events as determined by the Sales Manager. o Maintain and expand the existing database. o Manage relationship with clients throughout the event planning process and beyond. o Attend events in order to build customer relationships, content knowledge and cross sell future events. o Work with conference manager to help with the coordination and implementation of logistics planning in the lead up to events. o Maximizes revenues to meet and exceed sales goals and budgets through the sale. o Expand the vendors & suppliers data base (hotels, press houses, supplies, gifts, etc.). o Minimize the spendings invoice & negotiate for the best prices. o Maintain excellent relation with the clients & the suppliers for long term business. o Assist other sales professionals by being the stations expert in new event business generation.

Requirements

Computer literacy and familiarity with Salesforce or other systems. o Must have exceptional customer service and organizational skills and a flexible schedule based on the needs of the business, including some nights and weekends. o Prefer hotel related experience. o Driving license is a plus. o Previous event planning, hotel or related service required. o Understanding and aptitude for the Information Technology Industry. o Work experience as Event Sales/Planning Executive in Event management industry. o Strong follow-up skills, the ability to work on multiple projects, and attention to detail. o Demonstrates a high sense of urgency. o Help facilitate inter-department (sales, accounting, etc.) communication and serve as a liaison to client, event venue, promoter and/or 3rd party partners.

About the company

El Noor Events is your one-stop shop with wide-reaching expertise. Experienced, effective ways to ace your event planning, operations, staffing and support. El Noor Events provides world-class suppliers of smart people resource solutions. And at our core, a demonstrated commitment to personal growth, eco-sound and ethical practice.