Event Sales Manager

Description

Summary: The Event Sales Manager at QNCC drives new business and client relationships to maintain the venue as a preferred destination for conferences and events. Highlights: 1. Attracting new business and managing client relationships 2. Combining strategic sales planning with hands-on client engagement 3. Building and maintaining long-term relationships with key clients **About QNCC** Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) is one of the region’s leading venues for conferences, exhibitions, and large\-scale events. Managed by Amlak Holding — the commercial arm of Qatar Foundation — QNCC hosts prestigious local and international gatherings that shape Qatar’s cultural and economic landscape. **About the Role** The **Event Sales Manager** plays a key role in attracting new business, managing client relationships, and ensuring QNCC remains the preferred destination for conferences, exhibitions, and corporate events. This role combines strategic sales planning with hands\-on client engagement to deliver commercial success and exceptional service. **Key Responsibilities** * Identify and secure new business opportunities across the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) and corporate sectors. * Manage the entire sales process — from prospecting, pitching, and proposal development to contract negotiation and closure. * Build and maintain long\-term relationships with key clients, government entities, and event organizers. * Collaborate with internal teams (Operations, Event Planning, Marketing) to ensure smooth event delivery and client satisfaction. * Conduct market research and competitor analysis to guide pricing and promotional strategies. * Represent QNCC at trade shows, networking events, and industry forums. * Meet and exceed individual and departmental sales targets. **Qualifications and Experience** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or a related field. * Minimum **5 years’ experience** in event, hospitality, or convention sales, preferably in Qatar or the GCC. * Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales targets. * Strong understanding of event sales processes, especially within the MICE sector. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. * Fluent in English (Arabic is an advantage). **Key Competencies** * Results\-driven with strong commercial awareness. * Professional, client\-focused, and detail\-oriented. * Excellent relationship\-building and networking abilities. * Strong organizational and multitasking skills. * Collaborative mindset with cross\-departmental coordination skills. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent Pay: QAR10,000\.00 \- QAR12,500\.00 per month Work Location: In person