Personal Vacation Planner Agent (Virtual).

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Live in Texas? The hiring management team will be in Austin and Dallas the week of June 23rd. For more information click below for more information :

We're looking for enthusiastic, customer-centric sales professionals like you to join our upcoming VIRTUAL Personal Vacation Planner (PVP) Agent 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• 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 in order 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.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

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

OTHER :

Shifts :

The training class runs for four (4) consecutive weeks :

Monday through Friday 09 : 00 AM - 06 : 00 PM (EST).

Once you've graduated from the training, your schedule will be :

Monday through Thursday, 10 : 00 AM - 07 : 00 PM (EST), and Fridays 09 : 00 AM - 06 : 00 PM (EST).

Since this is an incentive-driven position, when business needs dictate, PVPs may be required to work the last Saturday of a month.

Internal candidates must have at least six (6) months in their current role, cannot be on a verbal, written or final warning in place.​​​​​​​ All applicants must advise their Coach / Manager of their interest in applying for the role.​​​​​​​

All applicants should fill out the application thoroughly.

Salary :

The starting hourly pay rate for this role is $15 / hour for the first 5 pay periods. For pay periods 6 through 10, the rate is

11 / hour for GA, NC, and TX, $13 / hr for FL plus participation in the sales incentive program. From the 11th pay period onward, the annual base salary will be $16,500 with continued participation in the sales incentive program. The sales incentive program is tiered and includes a 6-month incentive guarantee. Average annual earning for this role is $65,000 - $70,000 with high performers earning $100,000+.

Or your State or City minimum hourly wage if higher

Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including :

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 and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 floating holidays to be taken at the employees discretion.

Vacation Time All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days / year; director and above level start with 19 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

ETHICS & COMPLIANCE :

In addition to other duties / functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

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About Us

At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As the worlds most popular cruise line, we offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. From world-class entertainment and dining to exploring stunning destinations, we create lasting memories for our guests while maintaining a dedication to the places we visit and the lives we touch.

Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference.

In addition to other duties / functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and / or international law.