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Retail Travel manager

C&M Travel Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for a day
Location

Prenton, Merseyside CH43 3ET, England

Salary

£35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An experienced Retail Travel Manager is needed for a new shop in an upmarket town in the Wirral, near Chester.
  • The position offers a salary of up to £35,000 plus benefits, including annual educationals.
  • Candidates must have previous experience managing a retail travel agency and demonstrate a strong track record of meeting targets.
  • The role involves mentoring a small team, driving business growth, and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Flexibility, commercial awareness, and knowledge of high-end travel products are essential for this position.

Retail Travel manager -Required for this established independent travel company opening a brand new shop in an upmarket town in the Wirral, close to Chester. They are looking for an experienced Retail travel manager and will pay up to £35,000 + benefits alongside Educationals every year!.Retail travel mangers duties 

  • Hands on Travel Manager whilst delivering results, including driving individual and store targets as well as achievement set KPI
  • Inspire, motivate and mentor a small sales team of 2-3 travel consultants, helping them flourish and ensure they reach their potential
  • Work with your team on their own Personal Development Plans and set goals for progression and achievement
  • Bring new ideas to the table for business growth, driving in-store events and working together with the owner to work on a localised marketing strategy
  • Lead by example, being hands on, with exceptional customer service and have a real passion for people and Luxury Holidays.   

Retail travel managers skills required

  • Previous experience managing a retail travel agency store is a must
  • Tenacious and driven with a proven track record of reaching and exceeding personal targets
  • You’ll be a leader by nature, with the ability to inspire and motivate your team on a daily basis
  • Flexible and adaptable to change
  • You should be very commercially aware, with an eye for detail, opportunity and keeping abreast of industry trends
  • We’re looking for an individual that can confidently communicate with people at all levels of the business whilst also building relationships with local repeat customers in an upmarket town.
  • Knowledge of high-end travel products, Tour operators and cruise knowledge is valuable in this role.

Retail Manager other info:

  • Being a driver would be beneficial due to town location
  • Lots of opportunities for educationals
  • Affluent town
  • 5 weeks holiday allowance
  • Manager discretionary bonus
  • Salary up to £35k
  • Hours of work – 9am-5pm Mon- Sat, closed Sundays

If you are interested in the above role please email your cv to quoting KR59546

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