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About DMG Events

DMG Events is an international exhibitions and publishing company that organizes over 80 exhibitions globally each year, attracting more than 425,000 visitors. The company focuses on accelerating business through face-to-face events, facilitating networking, learning, and business opportunities. DMG Events is part of the Daily Mail Group Trust (DMGT), a multinational portfolio of companies with total revenues of £2bn, providing information, analysis, insight, events, news, and entertainment to businesses and consumers.

Role Overview

DMG Events is seeking a Sales Manager, Saudi Construction Cluster (Saudi National), for a full-time position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is primarily responsible for driving revenue through exhibition stands, sponsorship, and branding opportunities for established brands within the construction sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage revenue generation for exhibition stands and sponsorship packages to achieve agreed sales targets for assigned events.
• Sell exhibition space and sponsorships in line with set targets to ensure revenue budgets are met.
• Collaborate with the Sales Director to support the management of overseas sales agents for exhibition stands and sponsorships, ensuring target achievement.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities.
• Monitor sales figures and provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to senior management on show and sponsorship progress.
• Submit a weekly report to the Sales Director detailing activities and forecasts.
• Regularly review competitive publications and exhibitions to identify new leads and maximize sales opportunities.
• Maintain consistent contact and visit existing and potential clients to develop current and new business.
• Cultivate relationships with current and new associations and organizations to gain support in relevant industries.
• Attend exhibitions and other events to engage with current clients and develop relationships with potential clients.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities through organic growth and new product development to maximize revenue.
• Establish strong relationships within the marketplace to identify new business and acquisition opportunities.
• Assist the Sales Director and Marketing Manager in developing marketing strategies to maximize exhibitor and visitor attendance.
• Work closely with the accounts department on collections for exhibitor sales.

Candidate Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in a relevant sales role.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients and partners across various mediums, including phone, email, and face-to-face meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a consultative sales approach.
• Highly motivated and ambitious, with a willingness to take ownership and responsibility for achieving optimal outcomes.
• Proficiency in working towards Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and using them as a tool to meet and exceed targets.
• Adaptable and collaborative, capable of working effectively with colleagues across the team.

Work Location

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.