Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Jr. Sales Brand Manager ? Luxury Yacht Industry Job Opening in Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Ferretti Group of America , a member of the Ferretti Group, is a market leader for the Americas that specializes in the sales and marketing of luxury yachts as well as other nautical services. Ferretti Group of America is the dealer and distributor for the group?s yacht brands in North America, which include Ferretti, Riva, Pershing, Custom Line, Mochi and Itama. Ferretti Group of America includes Allied marine and the team members supporting its US operations.
EOE and Drug Free Workplace
This is a full time position with a highly competitive salary and benefits package!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Has the objective to achieve sales revenue for Ferretti Group of America for one of its premier brands
Analyze the markets in order to have the right product being built on speculation for projected sales
Educate the dealers and sales team and provide sales support to them, as well as directly to the clients when needed
Inspect product as well as gather input from owners in order to provide feedback to Brand Head of Sales
Include VP of Sales and Brand Head of Sales in negotiations and potential deals
Visit existing markets to meet with potential buyers, build relations with dealers/sales people and to follow up with existing owners
Support with events and partnership relations to order to further promote sales
Review with VP of Sales and Brand Head of Sales the annual needs of product for production planning
Follow and maintain details of new construction for customer build boats and speculation boats
Works closely with dealers and dealer?s sales executives to ensure the pricing and sales yield exceeds budgeted targets for the brand
Responsible for the accuracy of contracts and addendums, obtaining the approvals and the distribution of contracts
Monitor the entire sales process for each deal to ensure the overall schedule and deadlines are met
Work closely with the FGA After Sales Team to assist in attainment of outstanding customer service
Gather information on competitor pricing via relationships and/or external brokerage houses
Supports the development of sales opportunities through strategic partners and expansion of dealers networks
Ongoing product communication with dealers and dealer?s sales team to generate excitement, knowledge and achieve sales targets
Works closely with Marketing to continuously improve the lead management program
Manage leads with dealers and dealer?s sales executives in a disciplined and structured process to ensure each lead is handled in a way to achieve sales objectives
Supply updated brand information for company web page and monitor web page for any inaccuracies, and or discrepancies as it pertains to product line
Work closely with Marketing on strategy, events, advertising, digital media, social media, CRM use, and related initiatives
Models the company culture, demonstrates leadership and contributes meeting overall company objectives
Other duties/projects as may be assigned
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Prefer Bachelor?s Degree (B.A.), in Sales, Business, Marketing or related field.
Five years related experience in marine sales
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge and expertise on Italian yacht lines/marine industry, preferably FG Brand lines
Demonstrates leadership, teamwork and excellent interpersonal communication skills
Strong customer orientation
Bilingual English/Spanish a plus, but not required
Proven track record of achieving sales results
Technical knowledge of engines, boats, systems a plus
Ability to travel internationally and domestically throughout the year
High proficiency with computer use and MS Office Suite
When applying, please attach your resume for consideration.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Marine Sales: 5 years
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