Sales Manager - Superyacht Industry

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

Job summary

A leading company in the superyacht industry seeks a Sales Manager. In this remote role, you will spearhead business development, targeting new clients and strengthening existing relationships. With the opportunity for extensive travel and potential team growth, your expertise in the luxury yachting sector will be crucial to driving success.

Qualifications

• Experience in the luxury yachting sector.
• Strong contacts in the industry.
• Ability to travel within Europe easily.

Responsibilities

• Generate new leads and manage business development.
• Represent the business at shows and events worldwide.
• Input data into the company's CRM to track progress.

Skills

Business Development

Lead Generation

Networking

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

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

This role involves working in yacht coatings and paint, with the company experiencing solid growth. The owner now wishes to focus more on operational aspects and is hiring a commercial professional to generate new leads and business.

Reporting to the business owner, key duties include:

• Representing the business at shows and events worldwide
• Setting targets for business development and tracking progress
• Identifying new business opportunities
• Gathering customer information to generate quotations
• Inputting data into the company CRM to monitor progress
• Acting as an ambassador for the business
• Driving lead generation through social media content

The ideal candidate will have experience and a network within the luxury yachting sector, preferably at the new build or refit stage. A strong contacts book will enable targeted lead generation and conversion.

The position offers autonomy, extensive travel, and growth opportunities, including potential development of a sales team as sales increase.

This is a remote role, but the ability to travel easily within Europe without visa restrictions is essential.