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DURBAN ICC VACANCIES
DURBAN ICC
Durban ICC SOC (Ltd) is the managing company for the Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC Complex, which includes the International Convention Centre Durban (ICC), the ICC Exhibition Centre and the ICC Arena. The Durban ICC is one of the most advanced conference facilities in the world, having been voted Africa’s Leading Conference Centre by World Travel Awards for 18 years.
SALES COORDINATOR X2 (TG 11)
MIN R 338 431.00– MAX R570 065.00 PER ANNUM
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL
The organisation is calling for suitable candidates to apply for the position of Sales Coordinator.
The Sales Coordinator will be responsible for securing events for the centre, and co-ordinating the project planning and control processes of various types of enquires received to host events at the Durban ICC.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES
Minimum Qualifications
National Diploma in Marketing and Sales / National Diploma in Project Management or relevant NQF level 6 qualification
Minimum of 2 to 3 years relevant experience in the hospitality or banqueting industry
Competencies
Good communication skills
Goal driven
Willingness to accept responsibility
Taking actions and being proactive
Analysing and problem solving
Judgement and decision making
Information seeking/gathering
Ability to work under pressure
Integrity
Facilitating teamwork
Planning, organising and prioritising
Detailed and quality focused
Technical and professional product knowledge /skills
KEY PERFORMANCE / MAIN ACTIVITIES OF THIS ROLE
Contract management of events
Prepare quotations and contracts
Up-selling of ICC services to the client
Securing events for the centre to generate revenue
Assist Sales Representative with bids and quotations
Process service requirements and orders on the ERP system for service requirements
Ensure yield management has been applied prior to submitting client quotation
Assist with guest relations and marketing activities as required for major event bids
Prepare reports including statistical data outlining the status of proposals and enquiries
Establish client needs and respond to client requests, subject to venue/date availability on the ERP system
Source external service providers on behalf of a client in line with the SCM policies and procedures
Attend meetings with all internal departments to confirm client requirements and event deadlines
Inform clients and suppliers on ICC policies and procedures, Health and Safety Regulations, ISO standards and capacities of the centre
Negotiating with clients, service providers and internal departments with a view to establishing outcomes and critical requirements against client budget
Responding to written, verbal and on-site enquiries using standardised contractual forms and/or preparing quotations/ contracts, and bid documents
Collaborate and provide efficient communication with stakeholders, clients, suppliers and Industry partners
Verify charges to be included on client invoices for the provision of any additional services and/or recovery against damages.
APPLICATIONS
The Durban ICC is committed to Employment Equity and particularly welcomes applications from suitably qualified Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI). Preference will be given to suitable candidates who will assist the ICC in addressing its current transformational needs. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applications must reach the Human Resources Department, Durban ICC, via e-mail: recruitment@icc.co.za
Closing date for the CV submission is 29 JULY 2024
Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements will automatically be disqualified from consideration.
Applicants who have not been contacted 30 days after the closing date should consider their application as unsuccessful.
Brenden Chettiar
CHIEF CORPORATE SERVICES OFFICER