Total 5 sales support specialist job vacancies in PR / Media / Communications category in D16 Upper East Coast, Bedok, Eastwood, Kew Drive

Responsibilities

· Acquire new Chinese book titles

· Responsible for full editorial process from commissioning, manuscript submission to publication

· Perform desk editing and project management for books and journals

• Maintain positive collaborative relationship with all stakeholders

· Provide secretarial support to Chairman

· Handle all Chinese correspondences (emails, phone calls) for Chairman

· Coordinate meetings, appointments, events relating to Chinese Associations and Societies, including setting venues where necessary

· Provide Chinese to English translation and vice versa when required

· Any ad hoc duties when required by the Management.

Requirements

• Good university degree preferably in Chinese studies or in any field.
• Strong organizational skills, meticulous, self-initiative, able to handle multiple priorities.

· Effectively bilingual in English and Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates and stakeholders.

· Ability to work independently and as a team player in a dynamic, international environment.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Must have initiative, creativity, and a keen eye for detail.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and prioritize tasks effectively.

· Prior experience in publishing will be given preference.

Potential candidates who meet our requirements may apply with a cover letter and full resume stating your current and expected salaries, availability and contact details to [email protected]

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for preparing and managing sales quotations, compiling sales reports, assisting in customer inquiries, and maintaining sales & customer databased. This position will play a vital role in ensuring that the events are executed smoothly and efficiently, providing crucial on-site support when needed.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare, manage and facilitate sales quotations in alignment with client requirements
• Compile, manage and maintain relevant sales documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness at all stages of the sales process
• Maintain and oversee all sales billing, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing for clients.
• Prepare and facilitate comprehensive sales reports to assist in sales tracking, monitoring and follow-up
• Utilize sales reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement within the sales processes.
• Actively assist and attend to customer inquiries, providing timely and helpful responses to generate and nature sales leads
• Proactively manage, update and maintain the sales and customer database to ensure all records are current and comprehensive
• Maintain an up-to-date overview of project budgets, ensuring expenses are tracked and recording all billing information
• Coordinate with different departments to ensure seamless communication regarding budget constraints and allocations.
• Perform general office administrative duties, including but not limited to filing and data entry.
• Support event planning and execution through effective space management, logistics coordination and other related tasks
• Provide on-site support during events, ensuring all aspects are in place and functioning as planned
• Set-up for event registration & management and support on-site registration
• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors and other stakeholders to resolve any issues that arise during events

What we're looking for

• Diploma in Business Administration, Event Management, Sales, Marketing or a related field or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience in a sales support or event coordination role is highly desirable
• Strong organization and multitasking skills, with an ability to prioritize and meet timelines
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, with a strong emphasis on customer service
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Flexibility to work on weekends or irregular hours, as necessary, especially during event daysResponsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of event operations to ensure the successful execution of our clients’ events with their marketing and communications objectives being met

This is a 12-months contractual position.

• You will be working on Cross-functional external communications. Acting as a trusted Communications advisor focusing on advancing and protecting the image and repuation of the company and helping to meet the corporate and business objectives.
• You will collaborate across local, regional and global teams to share stories in new, creative ways to build innovation and trust credentials for the company's brand.
• Enhance the company's thought leadership in AI, cloud and security through campaigns that create momentum for the company's commercial and consumer offerings.
• You will reach out to relevant audiences by broadening the media and influencer mix, while leveraging owned channels and earned media in creative ways. You will drive global and local company moments through storytelling opportunities that use data and insights, and feature local customer innovation.
• As a trusted communications advisor you will always be working on Employee and Executive Communications, sharing the company's vision and values through employee and executive communications and events.
• You will collaborate internally with key stakeholders and senior leaders to drive an over-arching cadence of communications and programs to employees to inform, educate, and align them on strategic priorities

Requirements:

• At least 5 years of communication (internal & external) experience either in a PR agency or in-house. Prior Technology exposure would be an advantage but not required
• Effective writing skills
• Industry knowledge of/or passion for AI would be an advantage

Date: 19 Feb 2024 to 25 Feb 2024

Venue: Suntec City Tower 4

✅No experience required.

Job Scope:

• Attend face to face with customers at the event site
• Perform product demonstration, deal with customer's enquiries and help to resolve their concerns
• Ensure positive customer purchasing experience and share feedbacks with the team
• Other ad-hoc duties

REQUIREMENTS:
• All educational backgrounds are welcomed

• Candidates MUST commit from 19 Feb to 25 Feb
• Take initiative to complete tasks given
• Fun-loving & team player

If you love working with and delighting customers, are resourceful, and love to organize fun experiences, we want to hear from you!

Don’t underestimate the transformative aspect of events management. While most people can invite a group of individuals to meet, event planners earn their salt by taking the simple things — a collection of people, a venue, a common goal — and turning them into something extraordinary.

Event sales managers are responsible for all elements of event planning, including identifying event logistics and negotiating contracts. They coordinate event logistics, proactively communicate event information, and set clear expectations for event delivery. Event sales managers work well under pressure, are able to manage multiple activities simultaneously, and re-prioritize efforts when plans change or the need arises.

Event sales senior executives/ managers analyze and reconcile disparate event details, and consolidate the information into actionable event plans.

Responsibilities:

• To sell events and to manage and drive the event sales team to achieve revenue targets.

• To develop and implement the events marketing strategy and develop products within clients' budget & expectations.

• To provide direction for the event sales team in the general administration and operation of all events.

• To contribute to the Company's overall business activities and strategic planning .

• Ensure consistent targeted responses to sales enquiries and confirmed bookings

• Proactively sell venues to new clients growing the client base

• Proactive account management to grow incremental revenue including leading client presentations and negotiating agreements

• Create and implement practices and processes to ensure positive customer experiences to create repeat business

• Responsible for creating and delivering sales plan in coordination with client/guest experience – bring the sales plan to life! EVENT SALES STRATEGY

• Develops, prioritizes, and implements strategic sales plans, including customer promotion programs, press events, trade show activities, and sales meetings

• Pre-, day-of, and post-event sales and delivery team coordination, training, and accountability

• Ensure pitches line up with content being presented

Qualifications

• Event sales managers must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. High-energy and creative individuals, who possess excellent customer service and sales skills, are especially effective in this position.

• Individuals interested in pursuing the position of event sales manager should have a Local Diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree and/or Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) certification are preferred.

• In addition, typically require three to five years of experience in organizing and managing events, including Corporate meetings, Trainings, luncheons, Dinner & Dance, Family Carnivals, teambonding and other special occasions are preferred.

Job Highlights:

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Great career progression opportunities

• Supportive and fun working environment with nurturing culture

• Training and mentorship provided

• Work in a fast-growing company that delivers real-world impact

• International and collaborative team

Why Join Us:

• Join our fun and dynamic team to build the brand and business with us!

• Great learning opportunities (everything from client management, sales opportunities, proposal, and pitching, etc)

• Great career progression (if you perform well, you might be heading a team of sales executives more quickly than usual)

• Great working environment with capable people, merit-based systems, and nurturing culture

• Flat working structure. We take your feedback and contribution seriously, and we want you to grow together with the company

Requirements:

• At least 2-3 years of experience in corporate sales (events and/or hospitality sales will be preferred)

• Strong track record of meeting and/or exceeding Sales KPIs in previous roles

• Meticulous and great attention to detail

• Highly organized with good time management skills

• Have leadership experience managing and/or mentoring a team

• Strong communication skills – verbal, written, and presentations

• Able to work under pressure in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

• Proactive and can solve problems independently

• Work well with others as a good team player

• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information appropriately

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace applications (i.e. Google Docs, Google Sheets, etc)