Retail Sales Manager (Cruiseships)

Location
Nationwide
Salary
Competitive
Posted
10 Aug 2015
Closes
09 Aug 2016
Sectors
Retail, Sales
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED SALES MANAGER- GET PAID WHILE SAILING AROUND THE WORLD

DO YOU…..

Exceed sales targets?

Enjoy leading a sales team?

Deliver exceptional customer service?

Possess strong training and management skills?

Want to see exciting destinations all over the world? 

If you would like to be part of a team that takes retailing to the next level, then this opportunity is for you!  

As a Retail Sales Manager for Starboard Cruise Services, you will:

  • Work with the world's leading onboard retailer

    Create and execute plans to drive sales 

  • Deliver an outstanding guest experience while maximizing revenue opportunities

  • Motivate & coach a sales team of 10-30 people in a multicultural environment

  • Educate team on luxury brands and merchandising standards

  • Report sales performance to corporate office 

  • Coach and train staff on Starboard’s product knowledge, selling techniques, loss prevention and customer service

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Ability to live and work on shipboard on a contract basis for 6 months 

    3-5 years managing in a retail environment with average sales of $80,000+ per week

  • 3+ years leading a sales team with a minimum of 8 employees

  • Strong relationship building, both internally and across multiple cruise lines

  • Ability to train, develop and coach team members

  • Ability to identify high potential individuals for career advancement

  • Fluent verbal and written English communication skills required

About this company

In January 2000, Starboard was acquired by the multi-national company LVMH Moët Hennessy • Louis Vuitton, Inc., the world’s leading luxury brand group.

For more than 50 years, we have successfully adapted to the changing and fast-growing cruise line industry. As we adapt, we innovate and continue to grow. We are committed to being the world's largest and leading onboard retailer, offering cruise ship guests world-class brands and exclusive merchandise with tax and duty-free savings. Our global reach ensures we are in a unique position to truly understand the cruising guest.

STARBOARD STATS

We operate on approximately 100 cruise ships worldwide, representing nine cruise lines.
We employ more than 2,000 employees onboard our ships.
We employ more than 300 people in our corporate headquarters in Miami, Florida.
We have offices in Italy and Hong Kong.

OUR VISION

Starboard will be recognized as the world-class travel and leisure retailer. Cruise Ships are global shopping destinations known for discovery, entertainment and memories. 

OUR MISSION

Inspire guests to indulge in a memory from their dream vacation.