Ahmad El-Samman, Client Development Manager

Ahmad El-Samman

Client Development Manager

Friendly Food Qatar

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Diploma, Tourism & Hospitality / Hotel Management
Experience
5 years, 9 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :5 years, 9 Months

Client Development Manager at Friendly Food Qatar
  • Qatar - Doha
  • April 2014 to April 2015

• Supported in client meetings, sales negotiations, strategizing project scopes, costs, timelines & contracts
• Developed annual sales strategies, budget forecasts & territory management
• Gained responsibility for recruiting, coaching, training, motivating and leadership mentoring
• Promoted best practice in core sales activities including pipeline management, sales process, cross selling & upselling
• Oversaw team management of cold calling, prospecting, winning new clients, account management & client retention

Key Account Sales Executive at Friendly Food Qatar
  • Qatar - Doha
  • June 2012 to April 2014

Coordinate all related sales activities with 30 hotels and 6 Social Clubs such as St. Regis Doha & Diplomatic Club.
Maintain strong business relationships with the key accounts.
Ensure the timely and successful delivery of our products or services according to customer needs and objectives.
Forecast and track account’s sales and growth.
Track and monitor key competitor's activities and provide sales uplifts to grab market shares.
Follow up financial performance of the assigned accounts.

Food&Beverage Manager at Etihad Airways
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • April 2011 to April 2012

-Observed and ensured the Safety aspect of every flight
-Delivered an exceptional service to guests in premium zones
-Supervised and managed my team in premium zones to deliver the best service
-Obtained a knowledge in first aid and emergencies that could occur during flight
-Managed and Sold Duty Free Items on board

Banquet Server/Porter at Four Points Sheraton Hotel
  • Canada
  • December 2008 to November 2009

Four Points Sheraton Hotel - Banquet Server/Porter
December 08 - November 09 London, Ontario
Setup, served, and bartended weddings and meetings
Provided extra or special services for hotel guests
Organized and cleaned banquet and meeting rooms

Banquet Server/Porter at Delta London Armouries
  • Canada
  • March 2008 to November 2008

Delta London Armouries - Banquet Server/Porter
March 08 - November 08 London, Ontario
Setup, served, and bartended weddings and meetings
Provided extra or special services for hotel guests
Organized and cleaned banquet and meeting rooms

Education

Diploma, Tourism & Hospitality / Hotel Management
  • at Fanshawe College
  • April 2009

Concierge Service / Guest Relationship Specialist Program Fanshawe College London, Ontario Sept. 2009 - April 2010 Tourism & Hospitality / Hotel Management Diploma

Diploma, General Studies
  • at Fanshawe College
  • December 2006

Fanshawe College London, Ontario Jan. 2007 - April 2009 General Arts & Science Diploma / General Studies

Diploma, Business Administration
  • at American Universal College
  • May 2005

High School Diploma in Business Administration

High school or equivalent,
  • at American Universal College
  • May 2005

American Universal College Tripoli, Lebanon Sept. 2004 - May 2005

Specialties & Skills

Soft Skills
Beverage Industry
Concierge Services
Food & Beverage
Beverage Marketing
Organized
SCHEDULING
TEAM PLAYER

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
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