Manager Event Sales at Wynn Al Marjan Island

, , United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Sales, Revenue Management, Client Relationship Management, Proactive Prospecting, Strategic Planning, Budget Monitoring, Negotiation, Market Analysis, MS Office, Delphi, Hotel Operating Systems, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving, Collaboration

Industry

Hospitality

Description

About Wynn Al Marjan Island: On schedule to open in the United Arab Emirates in Spring 2027, Wynn Al Marjan Island has been created as an opulent and entertaining beachside destination for discerning guests to play and relax. Located less than 50 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this integrated resort offering 1,530 rooms and suites, 22 restaurants and lounges, a theatre, nightclub, and five-star spa is currently under construction on a picturesque island that gracefully curves into the Arabian Gulf. About the Position: Wynn Al Marjan Island is currently seeking a Manager Event Sales to join the resort’s Hotel Sales team. The primary duties and responsibilities of this role are: * Assess and handle events and group inquiries, negotiate room rates, minimum food and beverage expenditure, and room-to-space ratios to obtain group business and meet individual/department objectives. Identify and capitalize on revenue opportunities for all possible points of sales for the Resort and develop a culture of repeat business with the clients. * Monitoring group & event budgets ensuring that targets are met with the quarter and the full period of the year. * Develop and grow new and existing relationships within the corporate, association, and incentive markets through proactive prospecting, sales calls, and client engagement activities, including site inspections and on-property client entertainment. * Represent the resort at tradeshows and industry events while upholding five-star standards. Execute strategic plans for the territory with hit lists and annual business plans to measure results. * Continuously innovate and come up with new ideas to propose to internal and external parties. Understand fully the destination to ensure programs and offerings from local DMCs will always feature Wynn Al Marjan Island. * Promote a team-oriented work environment within respective teams by offering guidance and support to team members, including coordinators, to encourage teamwork and ensure all duties meet department and resort standards. * Collaborating with the marketing team to promote events and increase sales. This includes generating reports on sales performance and recommending improvements * Attending industry events and networking opportunities to stay current on trends and build long-lasting relationships with clients * Assume other responsibilities as requested by the Director of Event Sales and the VP of Hotel Sales. About You: The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications: * Bachelor’s degree required in Hotel Management, Marketing or Business Administration preferred * A minimum of 3 years of related experience is required * Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in hotel sales * Proficiency with MS Office, Delphi and hotel operating systems * Requires strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills * Ability to develop and implement long-term strategies that align with company goals * Ability to achieve established quarterly individual room night goals * Strong problem-solving skills to address client needs while maximizing company revenue * Expertise in cultivating and maintaining long-term client relationships About Wynn Al Marjan Island’s Benefits: We offer an attractive salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer an excellent leave policy, a healthcare package, incentive programs, and other employee benefits. The result is a package that makes this role highly attractive to outstanding applicants seeking a career with Wynn Resorts, among the most renowned and celebrated brands in the global hospitality industry.

Responsibilities

Manage event and group inquiries by negotiating rates and expenditures to meet revenue targets and department objectives. Develop relationships within corporate and incentive markets while collaborating with marketing to promote resort events.