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Abdul Hannan

Rainham,United Kingdom

Summary

Highly-motivated event and conference planning professional skilled in coordinating unique, personalised functions. Collaborates with clients and negotiates with suppliers to deliver on strict budgets and high expectations. Goes above and beyond to deliver professional, bespoke, smooth-running parties.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work history

Conference and Banqueting Manager

Burton Ritz Ltd
Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire
02.2019 - Current
  • Managed large-scale events from initial planning to successful completion.
  • Created bespoke packages for clients based on event requirements.
  • Determined client budget, vision and requirements through consultations.
  • Advised customers on various catering and drinks package options.
  • Supervised external contractors to achieve successful events.
  • Arranged and coordinated catering and signage with external providers.
  • Provided audio-visual equipment to suit exact conference and seminar requirements.
  • Facilitated smooth running of events averaging [Number] guests.
  • Explained event packages, options and prices clearly to customers.
  • Designed event set-up and displays to match client requests.
  • Registered and briefed attendees on event schedules.
  • Assessed individual customer needs and recommended event packages to suit.
  • Promoted seasonal offers to maximise event space bookings.
  • Coordinated accessory and table-dressing hire for weddings and parties.
  • Negotiated costs with suppliers to meet client event budgets.
  • Hired temporary event staff based on budgets, event size and specialised skills required.
  • Led tours for customers planning events, weddings and conferences.
  • Welcomed guests into venues, showing them to tables and providing menus.
  • Obtained best prices for external services through research, building relationships and negotiation.
  • Obtained client feedback to determine improvements for future events.
  • Organised invite list and managed registrations for over 400+ guests.

Sales Relationship Manager

Elite Juice Ltd
London
07.2020 - 06.2023
  • Established clear budgets with sound controls to keep business operating with optimum finances.
  • Monitored competitor activities, responding creatively to maintain relevancy and competitive edge.
  • Determined strategic direction of organisation based on industry knowledge and market research.
  • Formulated marketing and advertising strategies for continuous business growth.
  • Delivery of goods to customers
  • Planned logistical operations for safe transportation, storage and sale of goods.
  • Negotiated buying conditions and sales contracts to secure lucrative deals.
  • Directed retail and wholesale operations, scrutinising and improving existing processes to boost efficiency.
  • Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.

Restaurant Manager

Hotel Elite
12.2016 - 01.2019
  • Analysed operations to improve restaurant efficiency and service levels.
  • Collaborated with chefs to plan and implement fresh, innovative menus, driving restaurant footfall and sales.
  • Developed, implemented and communicated business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
  • Interacted positively with customers, effectively promoting restaurant facilities and services.
  • Established safe and secure dining environment with strong sanitation standards.
  • Quickly identified problem situations, skilfully resolving incidents to maintain satisfaction of involved parties.
  • Maintained safe working and guest environments, reducing injury and incident risks.
  • Conducted health, safety and sanitation process evaluations, immediately identifying and remedying violations.
  • Purchased required quantities of necessary restaurant items, including food, beverages, equipment and supplies.

Banqueting Manager

Elite Dining Limited
London
08.2009 - 07.2014
  • Managed lifecycle event logistics, assigning appropriate resources to fit specific client or project needs.
  • Handled marketing creation, design and implementation across company website, external advertising and social media.
  • Collaborated with Company Director to create detailed costing, proposals, presentations and resources for clients.
  • Developed strategic annual marketing plan and budgets, enhancing company profit growth by 50% year-on-year.

Wholesaler

Mobile Accessories For Nokia Limited
London
08.1999 - 05.2009
  • Reviewed and refined guidelines and protocols of wholesale establishment to improve service delivery.
  • Selected and packaged goods fitting organisation's budget and purchasing requirements for delivery.
  • Devised and executed marketing strategies to promote products and increase sales volumes.
  • Inspected sales figures and reports and highlighted prominent trends and patterns.
  • Ascertained type and quantity of goods to purchase for wholesale businesses.
  • Established and maintained contact with suppliers to source and replenish stock.
  • Combed sales reports to determine opportunities for inventory turnover or markdowns.
  • Discussed potential product needs or custom merchandise ideas to differentiate brands among consumers.
  • Presented new product lines to staff and demonstrated features and benefits of different goods.
  • Prepared shipment-related paperwork for transport and customs clearance reasons.
  • Assessed condition of merchandise received to establish if quality meets organisation's standards.
  • Met with suppliers and negotiated purchase and transport agreements, decreasing acquisition costs.
  • Partnered with marketing departments to acquire information on customer attitudes and needs for future products.

Youth Worker

Southwark Council
Southwark
01.1996 - 04.1999
  • Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
  • Provided comprehensive assistance in multi-disciplinary environment.
  • Helped young children to develop critical life skills through educational play.
  • Organised inclusive sporting activities, encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
  • Promoted community involvement and volunteering among young people.
  • Role modelled positive behaviour and interpersonal skills.
  • Collaborated with group of volunteers to run young person-centred youth clubs.
  • Helped with coordination and supervision of youth activities and delivered positive interventions.
  • Built trusting rapport, mentoring specific young people in diverse subjects and interests.
  • Supported youth workers in organising and carrying out classroom or outdoor activities.
  • Provided support during regular youth sessions and planned activities.
  • Encouraged participation and engagement in planned activities.

Education

Tower Hamlets College
London

Languages

Hindi
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent

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Timeline

Sales Relationship Manager

Elite Juice Ltd
07.2020 - 06.2023

Conference and Banqueting Manager

Burton Ritz Ltd
02.2019 - Current

Restaurant Manager

Hotel Elite
12.2016 - 01.2019

Banqueting Manager

Elite Dining Limited
08.2009 - 07.2014

Wholesaler

Mobile Accessories For Nokia Limited
08.1999 - 05.2009

Youth Worker

Southwark Council
01.1996 - 04.1999

Tower Hamlets College

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