Shop Manager - on board position

For our client, we are looking for passionate, dynamic, and customer-oriented Shop Managers to join an international team onboard of cruiships. If you dream of working in a multicultural environment while offering unforgettable experiences to guests, this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Do Onboard

As a Shop Manager , you will be responsible for the entire retail area of the ship, coordinating operational, sales, and visual merchandising activities. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Achieving and exceeding sales and service targets;
• Creating a memorable and engaging shopping experience for guests;
• Managing and motivating a multicultural team of sales associates, specialists, and supervisors;
• Optimizing display spaces and product organization;
• Coordinating merchandise loading/unloading and maintaining cleanliness in retail areas;
• Monitoring sales performance and preparing reports and voyage feedback;
• Actively collaborating with onboard and shore-based management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail (preferably in fashion, beauty, or luxury sectors);
• Team management and leadership skills;
• Customer-focused mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong organizational skills;
• Training in sales techniques and visual merchandising;
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and POS systems;
• Fluent English (B2 level) and a second European language (Italian, French, German, or Spanish – B2 level);
• Availability to live and work onboard for the full contract duration (5 months);
• Possession of STCW certificate is highly preferable. If not, willingness to obtain STCW certificate prior embarkation (in-person course in the passport-holder's country) is required. In this case, the entire process is expected to take approximately one and a half to two months.

What We Offer

• Onboard contract of 5 months (+/- 1 month);
• Free single cabin, meals, and accommodation;
• Round-trip travel expenses covered by the company;
• STCW course reimbursement at the end of the first contract;
• Monthly gross salary: €2,773 + Monthly gross bonus: €1,350;
• Work schedule: 7 days a week, 8–11 hours per day divided into 2/3 shifts;
• Access to onboard recreational areas: gym, bar, internet point, onboard discounts, and family benefits;
• Real opportunities for professional growth in an international environment.

If interested, please send your CV to (OBJ Shop Manager)