Luxury Travel Store Manager. c.£37,500. Cardiff. The UK's leading luxury tour operator is seeking a Manager for their Cardiff Retail Store. You will be rewarded with a salary of c.£37,500 plus a generous commission scheme which increases the overall package by an extra £4000 - £7000Luxury Travel Store Manager responsibilities:
* Accountable for meeting and exceeding retail sales targets.
* To drive all sales and to convert bookings by closing the sale and driving top line figures whilst achieving the budgeted operating profit.
* Measure the financial performance of your staff overall and as individuals against the costs of running the store to ensure the best possible productivity.
* Day to day running of the store including operations and administration.
* Responsible for the development of all staff.
* Develop local marketing initiatives and campaigns to drive sales and build relationships.
Luxury Travel Store Manager skills required:
1. Experience of managing a retail travel store, with profit and staff responsibility.
2. A strong track record of delivering sales results and exceptional service.
3. A genuine passion for travel, especially long haul destinations.
4. Good all round understanding of the sales and commercial aspects of tour operating, including scheduled flights.
5. Excellent working knowledge of at least one travel agent or tour operators reservation system.