Job Description

Sales Manager
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (weekend availability for events and client visits)
Compensation: Base $100,000 + Variable $50,000–$75,000 (Total $150,000–$175,000) + Benefits

Are you an experienced sales professional with a passion for luxury yachts? We are seeking a Sales Manager to drive sales, manage client and broker relationships, and deliver an exceptional customer experience across the Americas. This role combines strategic sales planning with technical expertise in mega yachts and requires strong international client engagement.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Work directly with high-value clients across North, Central America, and the Caribbean.
• Attend prestigious events, boat shows, and sea trials, representing world-class products.
• Competitive compensation with base salary and performance-based variable pay.
• Full benefits: 100% employee medical insurance, short- & long-term disability, PTO, and retirement plan eligibility.
• International travel opportunities (~25% of the time).

What You’ll Do:

• Drive sales growth and achieve profitability targets for luxury yachts.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, competitive dynamics, and new business opportunities.
• Develop and execute business plans and sales strategies tailored to the Americas region.
• Manage the sales cycle: order processing, proposal preparation, and client coordination.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, dealers, and brokers to maximize sales and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams and factories to ensure alignment with global standards.
• Represent the brand at events, boat shows, and client visits.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, International Business, or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience selling luxury yachts (or similar high-value products in marine, automotive, or aviation).
• Strong understanding of technical aspects of luxury yachts, including propulsion, AC/DC electrical systems, hydraulics, and onboard systems.
• Fluent in English; Italian or Spanish proficiency strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to travel internationally and domestically to meet client needs.

Skills:

• Strategic sales planning, business development, and client engagement.
• Excellent relationship management and cross-cultural communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce CRM.
• Presentation and negotiation skills (supporting negotiation, not final contract signing).
• High level of discretion, organization, and professionalism.

Benefits:

• Paid time off: 6 sick days, 10 vacation days, 2 personal days, 7 holidays.
• 100% employee-paid short- & long-term disability insurance.
• 50% coverage for dependents’ health insurance; employee-paid dental and vision plans.
• Retirement plan eligibility: 100% match up to 3% of total compensation.

If you’re a dynamic, results-driven sales professional with a passion for luxury yachts and international client engagement, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply today to join a high-performing sales team in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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