SAMI ALZAHRANI
Riyadh
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven hotelier with proven expertise in sales, pre-opening, and front office operations. Adept at leveraging strong communication and leadership skills to consistently exceed targets and enhance guest satisfaction. Known for delivering optimal business results and building strong client relationships. Passionate about contributing to the success of top-tier hospitality brands.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
Narcissus Hotels
2025.02 - Current
- - Handling government and group business accounts
- - Driving room night production and securing long-term contracts
- - Developing tailored proposals for high-profile clients
- Conducting displacement and profitability analysis to tailor
proposals and optimize inventory during high-demand
periods. - Aligning pricing and inventory strategies with Riyadh’s major
events such as LEAP, FII, and World Defense Show to
maximize revenue opportunities. - Guiding and supporting the events team on group inquiries,
client handling, and execution strategy, ensuring alignment
with commercial goals. - Delivering impactful site inspections and presentations,
converting key leads and strengthening relationships with
embassies, government, and multinational clients. - Securing MICE leads and small group bookings by positioning
the hotel for executive events and FAM trips.
Cluster Sales Manager
Courtyard Olaya - Aloft Riyadh
2024.11 - 2025.02
- - Managed multiple properties' sales targets across segments
- - Conducted B2B meetings with corporate and government clients
- - Achieved strong market penetration in key sectors
- Leveraging STR, TravelClick, and Knowland intelligence tools
to guide pricing strategies, identify key market accounts, and
develop targeted engagement plans to convert high-potential
corporate clients. - Securing RFPs for key volume- and ADR-driven accounts in
the market, ensuring alignment with the hotel's commercial
targets and long-term corporate positioning.
Assistant Sales Manager
Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
2023.11 - 2024.11
- - Maintained and developed key client relationships
- - Played a key role in winning group business and long-stay bookings
- - Collaborated with the marketing team for targeted campaigns
Assistant Front Office Manager
Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
2022.11 - 2023.11
Acting Night Manager
Le Meridien Riyadh
2022.03 - 2022.11
Front Office Supervisor
Le Meridien Riyadh
2021.06 - 2022.03
Front Desk Agent
Le Meridien Riyadh
2020.02 - 2021.06
Education
Arab Open University
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ELS Language Center
Skills
- Strategic Sales & Negotiation
- Corporate & Government Accounts
- Team Leadership & Training
- Guest Experience Excellence
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Time Management
- Data Analysis
- Strong Interpersonal & Social Skills
LANGUAGES
Arabi Native
English Fluent
Timeline
Sales Manager
Narcissus Hotels
2025.02 - Current
Cluster Sales Manager
Courtyard Olaya - Aloft Riyadh
2024.11 - 2025.02
Assistant Sales Manager
Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
2023.11 - 2024.11
Assistant Front Office Manager
Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya
2022.11 - 2023.11
Acting Night Manager
Le Meridien Riyadh
2022.03 - 2022.11
Front Office Supervisor
Le Meridien Riyadh
2021.06 - 2022.03
Front Desk Agent
Le Meridien Riyadh
2020.02 - 2021.06
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ELS Language Center
Arab Open University