Sales Manager - Superyacht Industry

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the superyacht industry is seeking a Sales Manager to drive growth through lead generation and business development. This role involves extensive travel, representing the brand internationally while requiring strong connections in the luxury yachting sector. The position allows for professional growth and potentially leading a sales team as the business expands.

Qualifications

• Experience and network in the luxury yachting sector.
• Ability to generate new leads and contacts for business.
• Familiarity with new build or refit projects.

Responsibilities

• Represent the business at international shows and events.
• Set and track targets for business development.
• Identify new business opportunities.

Skills

Lead Generation

CRM Management

Business Development

Job description

SYR is working with a renowned brand in the superyacht industry, seeking to appoint a Sales Manager.

This role focuses on yacht coatings and paint, with the company experiencing solid growth. The owner now wishes to focus more on operations and employ a commercial professional to generate new leads and business.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Representing the business at international shows and events.
2. Setting and tracking targets for business development.
3. Identifying new business opportunities.
4. Gathering customer information to generate quotations.
5. Inputting data into the CRM to monitor progress.
6. Acting as an ambassador for the brand.
7. Driving lead generation through social media content.

The ideal candidate will have experience and a network within the luxury yachting sector, especially in new build or refit projects. A contacts list will enable targeted lead generation.

This is an autonomous role with extensive travel opportunities, allowing for growth both financially and professionally, including developing a sales team as the business expands.

The position is considered remote, but the ability to travel easily within Europe without visa restrictions is essential.