Personal Vacation Planner Agent (Virtual)

Carnival Corporation•Miramar, FL

56d•$15•Remote

About The Position

We're looking for enthusiastic, customer-centric sales professionals to join our upcoming VIRTUAL Personal Vacation Planner (PVP) training class. Only individuals residing in these states will be considered: FL, GA, TX, NC. This position involves selling cruise vacation packages and related products through outbound calls, text messages, emails and social media using Carnival-approved applications. The role requires building rapport with customers to understand their travel needs and generate sales. Responsibilities include managing the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system, scheduling follow-up appointments, and converting leads into cruise reservations. The ideal candidate must be customer-oriented with a focus on relationship building to encourage repeat business and referrals. The role demands working independently to meet monthly sales and productivity targets.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
Inside / outside field 1 year sales experience with proven sales success.
Experience developing new business and new accounts with a customer service background.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Results and goal-oriented sales professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills sufficient to successfully communicate with customers through calls, texts, and other Carnival-approved communication channels.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Superior prospecting, presentation and closing skills.
Comfortable working in an environment requiring achievement of monthly sales targets and goals.
Effective time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to maintain strong working knowledge of cruise products.
Ability to work independently and manage our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
Good problem-solving skills.
Consistent and reliable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
Must be fluent in English and be able to read, write and articulate in English
For internal interest, one must be in good standing with no verbal, written, or final warning.

Responsibilities

Initiating conversations through calls, texts and approved communication channels to drive sales, acting on leads and/or prospects.
Present cruise products and make travel recommendations.
Establish and maintain customer relationships by delivering excellent customer service, meeting customer needs and expectations to meet/exceed sales goals.
Maintain the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database and build relationships with new/existing guests to close sales.
Participate in mandatory trainings and meetings to stay current with knowledge of products to present cruise product features, benefits, and pricing.
Perform other job-related functions as assigned.

Benefits

Health Benefits:
Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
Financial Benefits:
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays - All full-time employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to be taken at the employee's discretion.
Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.
Other Benefits
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement