Events, F&B Sales and Services Manager (Nanyang Executive Centre)

The NTU Office of Commercial and Auxiliary Services (OCAS) is responsible for the strategic planning management and marketing of commercial real estate hospitality (including Nanyang Executive Centre) and auxiliary services (car parks and shuttle bus services) in NTU main campus and

The Nanyang Executive Centre (NEC) is located at the NTU Main Campus. Currently undergoing refurbishment the NEC features 150 guestrooms and aims to offer a premier venue for corporate training retreats and private events.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Events F&B Sales and Services Manager to lead the planning and execution of events at the Nanyang Executive this pivotal role you will oversee the complete event lifecyclefrom initial inquiry to post-event evaluationensuring seamless operations and exceptional client experiences. You will serve as the primary liaison between clients internal stakeholders and vendors (particularly F&B vendor) transforming event visions into successful realities while driving revenue growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Operations and Management

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of events from inquiry and booking to execution and close-out.

• Coordinate with all relevant departments concerned to ensure that all events are carried out smoothly and successfully.

• Conduct pre-event site inspections and post-event walk-throughs and manage required event documentation.

• Ensure event spaces are set up to client requirements including layout equipment and amenities.

• Negotiate and manage contracts with external vendors as and when required.

• Coordinate logistics (e.g. catering equipment staff scheduling and transportation) as required.

• Ensure SOPs such as Workplace Safety are strictly followed during all events.

• Gather feedback and conduct post-event evaluations analysing successes and identifying areas for improvement to inform future planning.

Budget and Forecast

• Develop business plans working to achieve the revenue targets.

• Promote NEC event spaces to non-university clients to maximise utilisation and revenue potential.

• Prepare monitor and reconcile departmental budget and monthly forecasts.

Client and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary liaison with internal university stakeholders to understand and prioritise their event needs.

• Establish and maintain good rapport with clients to encourage repeat business.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Event Management Business Administration hospitality or relevant discipline. Diploma holders with extensive experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar capacity in the hospitality industry.

• Prior experience managing or overseeing outsourced F&B vendors and operations in an events or hospitality setting will be highly advantageous.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with various departmental colleagues clients and vendors.

• Portray a positive attitude towards any challenges met and the drive to excel.

• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients vendors and staff and for collaborating effectively to ensure event success.

• Good negotiation skills to secure the best prices and favorable terms with venues suppliers and contractors to improve the events overall value and experience.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.