Fast Track Management Programme

Are you keen to join the Harding Fast Track Management Programme…?!  This is a superb opportunity for driven and determined candidates to join the enlightening and intensive 12-week training programme; and progress your career at your speed.  So, the big question is… are you tired of life on the high street and want to pursue a career at sea?!

About us:

Harding+ is leading the way in innovative onboard cruise retailing, working closely with our cruise line partners and brand partners to ‘make every cruise better’.  We stay at the cutting edge of retailing and consistently provide outstanding customer service, culminating in winning the Cruise Retailer of the Year award for 2022.

What you will be doing:

• Living and working on a cruise ship (you could be anywhere in the world!)
• Creating an exceptional and memorable retail experience for guests on board
• Leading and inspiring the team to provide exceptional customer service, whilst delivering sales and profit targets
• Setting an example for your team by acting as a role model
• Take ownership of your client base including outreach to clients for events such as private sale, in-store events and product knowledge
• Manage store and back office processes including sales reports, appraisals, loss prevention, audits etc

Who you are:

• Proven experience as an Assistant Retail Manager or Retail Manager on land or at sea
• Motivated in leading a team to achieve and exceed sales targets
• Excellent face to face customer service and sales ability, utilising strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability in public speaking and showcasing luxury items
• Adaptable to change and able to work in a high-pressure environment
• A strong team player who is commercially driven and goal orientated
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills

What you will receive:

• Competitive salary and generous commission structure
• Accommodation and meals on board
• Necessary visas and seafaring documents to work at sea
• Dedicated in-house bespoke training across sales, product and brand
• Guidance, support and development from the onboard Retail Manager and central office team
• Contract role, working and living at sea for up to 6 months at a time, with a 1-2 month break at home between contracts  

Does this sound like you?  Do you want to find out more about this unique opportunity to work at sea?  If so, please apply now…

Your adventure starts here!