OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR/SALES SUPPORT–SOUTHAMPTON, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Marine Resources are as busy as ever and urgently need a proactive thinking ambitious person to join our team in a diverse office and sales support role. 

The role involves a variety of both regular and project based tasks.  These include

• General Office Support and Administration
• Database Management
• Bookkeeping
• Sales
• Sales Support
• Marketing/PR
• Event Management
• Website Management
• Working closely with, and assisting Managing Director
• Developing and implementing systems and processes
• Managing and developing our popular ‘Staff Direct’ advertising service
• Business Development

Required skills, attributes and experience are:

• Ambitious, Organised and Proactive approach.
• Excellent telephone manner and confidence.
• Some sales and marketing experience.
• Experience of multi tasking within a similar role in a small business
• Experience of working within the marine industry.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office programs
• Some understanding and experience of Social Networking and Setting up and managing Social Networking accounts and pages.

This role has a lot of opportunity to develop as the business does and offers a fun and motivating atmosphere in the work place.

This is in ideal job for someone who wants to join a small business at a very exciting time and become a very important part of its development and future.

SALARY

To be discussed at interview

TO APPLY

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/office_administrator_sales_support.htm 

GLOBAL SALES MANAGER - £DOE + ATTRACTIVE TARGET BONUS – GLOBAL, REPORTING TO UK OFFICE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, an international market leader in installation solutions for marine industry, requires a Global Sales Manager to drive the established business forward across the globe.

The successful candidate will have an unrivalled drive to succeed and deliver at the highest of standards.  You will have extensive experience of managing an international portfolio of clients with the added responsibility of growing the portfolio to a considerable 3-year target.

The territory is global, including the USA; therefore willingness to travel is paramount.  You will have prior experience of the marine market and be able to demonstrate your ability to deal with the most senior of business stakeholders, by having impeccable written and oral skills.

Due to the nature of this business and opportunity, please only apply if you have previous OEM and B2B sales experience.

Head office is UK based.  You will be required to report into HQ on a regular basis.

SALARY

Salary is DOE, however, my client is offering an unrivalled target based package.

TO APPLY

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/global_sales_manager1.htm

SALES EXECUTIVE – (OFFSHORE AND SPECIAL PROJECTS) - £43,000pa + Bonus – SOUTH, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is a leading designer, developer and manufacturer of advanced marine fluid handling systems for ships and offshore facilities. The company specialises in innovative and often highly customised designs for wastewater systems.  They are currently using Marine Resources to recruit for a sales professional with experience with working in the industrial, marine or offshore markets.

Job Purpose

To sell our clients’ products and services by working closely with shipyards, ship-owners, offshore oil and gas operators, engineering houses, our clients offices and agents worldwide providing quotations and technical and commercial advice and support. You will be expected to gain market, customer and product knowledge to maintain and profitably grow sales in your areas of responsibility.

Principal Responsibilities

• To achieve sales to the offshore markets (and to other special projects as may be nominated from time to time): to both newbuild and retrofit sectors with a likely focus on Korea, Singapore and Brazil.
• To receive, interpret requirements of enquiry specification including technical specifications, documentation requirements, delivery requirements and commercial conditions and produce quotations, bid documentation and technical information as required. Liaison with third party equipment and service providers is likely to be required.
• Undertake bid management (e.g. defining and coordinating inputs from the engineering and procurement departments) to ensure we bid comprehensively having properly considered technical, commercial, costing, pricing, risk and competitive issues and adhere to the company bid approval process.
• Plan and manage allocated territories according to agreed market strategy.
• Maintain and develop relationships with new and existing customers, agents and offices through planned and targeted sales visits.
• Profitably grow sales into the retrofit and new building sectors.
• Monitor and report on activities and feedback received to meet monthly management reporting deadline.
• Assist in developing pricing structures for each region.
• Champion Water Systems products within our clients sales network, ensuring all personnel are adequately informed and trained on the products, their potential markets and pricing structures.
• Attend seminars and professional working group meetings, to represent our client on professional bodies if required.
• Attend exhibitions within your allocated territories.
• Attend external customer meetings and make detailed technical product presentations to shipyards and ship-owners. Where appropriate promote complimentary products from our clients portfolio.
• Follow up quotations and maintain CRM system with customer feedback.
• Assist other members of the sales team as and when required.
• International travel will be required.
• Help to improve continuously the performance and processes of the sales team.
• Work in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.

Knowledge / Experience / Skills

• An engineering degree or equivalent and / or a number of years of experience of working in the industrial, marine or offshore markets.
• Familiarity with offshore technical, documentation and quality standards would be a strong advantage.
• Sound commercial awareness, including working with contractual terms and conditions is essential.
• Able to demonstrate success in sales roles, preferably to the offshore market.
• Fluent in use of MS Office, particularly Excel and working knowledge of ERP & CRM systems.

Attributes

• Well presented and business like. Excellent face to face, telephone and written communicator, addressing both commercial and technical matters and including resolution of problems.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
• Able to work flexibly to ensure customer needs are met and travel at short notice if necessary.
• Numerate.
• Good at forming professional and effective working relationships with customers and within teams.
• Able to understand, interpret and work with technical drawings and specifications.
• Able to work under own initiative.
• Good attention to detail.

SALARY

Salary    £43K per annum subject to experience (car allowance included)
Re-location package may be considered where appropriate 

Bonus                   To be confirmed

Expenses              Usual travel expenses covered
           
Holiday                 25 days plus 8 public days

Benefits                Pension
                             Private Health Care Scheme       
                             Part subsidised scheme available.
                                 
TO APPLY

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/sales_executive_offshore.htm 

CROATIA SKIPPER 2013 - CROATIA

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently looking for Flotilla and Bareboat Skippers for the 2013 season in Croatia.

Positions are available for 3 or 6 months. You must also hold a UK National Insurance number and UK bank account.

Main duties and responsibilities:

General

• All yacht preparation on turnaround days including deck cleaning
• Briefing clients on safety and yacht systems
• Sharing knowledge of local area in briefings
• Advising on sailing questions
• Any other duties as directed by the Base Manager.

Flotilla

• Safety of all clients throughout the week
• Presentation and maintenance of yachts
• Full first day briefing to entire flotilla and daily briefings to clients on route including weather information
• Greeting clients and assisting boarding
• Safe mooring of all yachts each day
• Socialising with guests
• Day to day running repairs and assistance to break downs or call outs
• Regular checks on equipment and specifically safety equipment.
• Assisting with the organisation of group meals, BBQ's, competitions and punch parties
• Writing weekly reports on the flotilla
• Cleanliness & good presentation of lead boat at all times
• Ensuring host & engineer are fulfilling their duties
• Assisting the lead crew with all aspects of running the flotilla.

Bareboat

• Skippering charters of up to 9 clients at a time
• Yacht deliveries
• Call outs and maintenance
• Regular checks on equipment and specifically safety equipment.
• Base/ flotilla support when not on charter

Working conditions:

Main duties will centre around the yachts, the base and ports of call. Working hours vary and you MUST be flexible to cover operational requirements. You may at times be required to assist with other flotillas either as a Skipper or Engineer or to work as a Bareboat Skipper.

Requirements:

• RYA Yacht Master Offshore with Commercial Endorsement
• Ability to work under pressure and make difficult decisions
• Experience in a customer focused environment
• Sociable and positive personality
• Strong organisational skills

Founded in 1974, Sunsail is the largest sailing and watersports company with over 800 yachts in 30 locations worldwide, including the Caribbean, Europe, Pacific and Indian Ocean. We have the most modern fleet in the industry and offer a wide range of water-based holidays, including flotilla holidays, bareboat or skippered yacht charter, watersports club holidays, sailing schools, corporate & hospitality events and most recently we have added Sunsail Racing.

As part of the TUI Travel group, we can offer year round placement opportunities within TUI, including The Moorings, Crystal Ski and many other activity companies. Further details can be found on the TUI Travel website.

SALARY

Benefits include:

• Competitive Salary
• End of Season Bonus
• Paid Holiday
• Return Flights
• Accomodation
• Uniform
• Use of Equipment
• Friends and Family Discounted Holidays

TO APPLY

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/croatia_skipper_2013.htm

RYA SAILING INSTRUCTOR WITH RACING ENDORSEMENT - QATAR

JOB DESCRIPTION

Immediate Appointment:  Dynamic RYA SI with Racing endorsement  - must have good coaching experience – permanent position.

Regatta Sailing Academy in Doha Qatar -  is a British private Sailing School  within a 5* location.  The selected candidate would join other RYA Instructors who teach children and adults from beginner to racing standard.  The Academy has a full yacht programme so yachtmaster qualification could be of interest but not essential.

Our programmes includes Schools afternoon activity classes, morning private teaching, ladies and mixed groups – youth and adult racing with regattas.  We are the only operator to offer the International Award Sailing Expeditions on our yachts; bronze and silver to Bahrain and Goldto UAE.

Our fleet includes Dart Catamarans, Lasers, Vago,  Picos, Funboats, Tera Dinghies, Optimists and two racing yachts.

RSA holds a Laser Agency for the area providing boats to Federations, Government bodies and hotels – Agents for Sailing Clothing.

Qatar is a fast expanding Country with a big expat community. Most things can be found in the State with big supermarkets, good hotels accommodation and restaurants.  The weather between November and March is like a warm English summer – on rare occasions temps. can go down to 7c with very occasional rainfall in winter.
Temperatures can rise to 40’s  in July – good sea breezes.

Position will be offered to candidate who shows a genuine interest in the development and expansion of the Regatta Sailing Academy - two year renewable contract to include flights and excellent accommodation. Annual Holiday - month of August to include return flights.  In addition the Academy closes for  Christmas, New Year and Easter Day  All residency, sponsorship fees, etc. are covered by the Academy.

Hours of work are approximately eight hours per day with one day offer per week/two days every four weeks.  During the period of shamals (strong winds) staff get extra time off but we operate a flexi system whereby staff are expected to help out during very busy catch up periods.  

The position will appeal to a dynamic, hardworking team player who gets results!

SALARY

Two year renewable contract to include flights and excellent accommodation. Annual Holiday - month of August to include return flights.  In addition the Academy closes for  Christmas, New Year and Easter Day  All residency, sponsorship fees, etc. are covered by the Academy.

TO APPLY

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/sailing_instructor_qatar.htm

FABRICATION AND MACHINE SHOP SUPERVISOR - FROM 48,000 USD pa - CARIBBEAN

JOB DESCRIPTION

We repair & make custom made hardware, fittings, railings, pulpits, frames etc. out of mainly Stainless steel, Aluminum & Delrin for yachts, but also for land based customers.
We are looking for a person to supervise & guide our Welders, Fabricators & Machinists (approx 10 people) to ensure that they complete the jobs to the standard expected by the yachts.
The position also at times requires some designing, and creating solutions for work requested by our customers. This includes visiting the yachts, or work sites, to take measurements and see what the job requires on site, make quotes, orders, and if necessary, drawings of the parts to be made.

We are looking for someone with practical experience with, and knowledge of:
Machining on Lathe and CNC Machine, MIG & TIG welding, Metal Bending & Fabricating, Bluprints & Technical drawings.
Attention to Detail and Good Organizational skills are a must.

Experience in Metal work on yachts, Project Planning & Management, Job Assignment, Quality Control and Staff Supervision, is a plus.

Must be Computer Literate, Fluent in English, have a Friendly & Positive Attitude - be a Team Player with Good Communication & Customer Service skills.

SALARY

From USD 48,000 / year, dependant on qualifications and experience

TO APPLY 

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below:

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/fabrication_machine_shop_supervisor.htm

MARINE RESOURCES BOAT SHOW PARTY 2012

Marine Resources is proud to once again be hosting the Marine Resources Boat Show Party 2012 which promises to be the “must attend” event during this years’ PSP Southampton Boat Show.  This years’ party will be held at the usual venue, Wahoo Bar on Southampton High Street and will kick off from 8.30pm till late. It is in partnership with TheYachtMarket, Printing Crazy, 2ndhanddingies.com and the Tullett  Prebon London Boat Show 2013.

As always this is an opportunity for all exhibitors at the Boat Show, marine industry bods and friends of Marine Resources to get together socialise and boogie the night away.  The event is free to attend and there will be brilliant drinks promotions throughout the evening as well lots of other fun and games.












Marine Resources will again be supporting two charities, the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust http://www.ellenmacarthurcancertrust.org/ and C.R.Y. http://www.c-r-y.org.uk/ by holding a charity raffle during the event.   Some great raffle prizes have already been generously donated by various industry and non-industry companies so if you do come along please dig deep to support these very worthy causes.  To see the full list of prizes and for more information on the event please see our Marine Resources Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MarineResourcesRecruitment and go to the event page.

The Marine Resources team look forward to seeing many familiar faces as well as some new ones at what hopes to be the biggest Marine Resources Boat Show Party to date.

Visit the Marine Resources Boat Show Party event page on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/335563666533679/ and visit the Marine Resources website at www.marineresources.co.uk

MARINE RESOURCES APPOINTS NEW RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT

One of the country’s top marine recruitment companies has expanded its workforce.

Southampton-based Marine Resources has appointed Dan Thompson as their new Recruitment and Business Development Executive.

Dan joins the team with previous recruitment experience in the IT sector as well as a strong sales and business development history within the leisure marine industry.  Dan says, “I’m really excited to be able to combine my marine experience with my knowledge in recruitment and am delighted to be working with my new colleagues at Marine Resources”.

Managing Director James Ward adds, “We are thrilled to welcome Dan to the team and look forward to working with him in the future.  Dan’s first assignment will be to get down to the Southampton Boat Show and meet as many of our existing and potential new clients as possible to discuss doing business with them, something I think he will excel at”.

Dan enjoys rugby and golf amongst other outdoor sports as well as photography and fine dining but particularly yacht racing, so keep an eye out for him on the water.

Marine Resources offers a variety of innovative recruitment services specifically for all sectors of the marine industry, including Search and Place, which is the full recruitment service insuring that clients find the right professional for the position quickly and efficiently. There is also Staff Direct, which is a premium job advertising service that is simple, affordable and effective.

For more information on the Marine Resources services for both employers and job seekers visit the Marine Resources website  www.marineresources.co.uk

To stay up to date with all the latest news and jobs “like” the Marine Resources Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/MarineResourcesRecruitment

To contact Dan please call on +44(0)2380 633 399

SALES AND CHARTER BROKER - SOUTH OF FRANCE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Enthusiastic, highly motviated, good people skills, proven experience, creative & open minded. Ability to work under pressure with high self-discipline.

The candidate would need to deal with various areas and roles within the yachting industry. This includes among others; sales, marketing, recruiting, admin, client relations etc...

Multi lingual is an advantage. Job is in English.

SALARY

To be discussed

TO APPLY 

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/SALES_AND_CHARTER_BROKER_SOUTH_OF_.htm

SALES MANAGER – SOUTH WEST, UK

Our client is a leading International marine engineering firm with their main European office in the South West. They are currently recruiting for a Sales Manager to join their busy team. This role has the opportunity to develop into a Managing Director role in the coming years – therefore, our client is looking for someone who wants to commit to the company on a long term basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing strategies and objectives, setting targets, handling key accounts and preparing annual sales budgets.  It is expected the right person will have excellent sales and negotiation skills, a good business sense and importantly possess the motivational talents necessary to lead a team.

The successful candidate should have;

• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Strong Sales experience within the marine industry – preferably from an engineering / manufacturing background
• Good business sense.
• The ability to motivate and lead a team.
• Personal initiative and enthusiasm.
• Outstanding communication and people aptitude.
• Good planning and organisational ability.
• The capacity to work calmly under pressure.
• IT, budget and report writing competence.
• A full driving licence.
• Foreign language skills although not essential are increasingly useful.

This role is office based in the South West, but candidates must be willing to travel as required to visit clients, to attend various industry shows and events, and to visit the other offices within the company.

SALARY

Competitive basic salary and bonus scheme

TO APPLY

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/SALES_MANAGER_SOUTH_WEST_UK_.htm

SALES ADMINISTRATOR (MATERNITY COVER) – circa £18,000pa – SOUTH, UK

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sales Maternity Cover

Key targets:

Support Sales Account Managers to ensure smooth running of sales department.
Grow aftermarket sales of yacht and dinghy products

Key Tasks:

• Support the Sales Managers as required.
• Administration of all accounts.
• First point of contact for all enquiries, internet or telephone.
• General Admin support to the sales team.
• Management of warranty claims as requested by account managers.
• Organisation of dinghy show stand.
• Sales order processing.
• Ad hoc sales department projects.

The individual will be enthusiastic and very flexible in their approach with excellent communication skills. They must have the ability to work as part of a team as well as on their own initiative. They need to have excellent administration and customer service skills. A knowledge of dinghy sailing would be an advantage.

Candidates must:

• Have an excellent Telephone manner
• Have previous experience in a customer facing role
• Have experience in an Administrative role
• Be computer literate
• Be able to work unsupervised
• Have Sailing Experience
• Be keen to learn and develop new skills
• Be a team player

SALARY

 circa £18,000pa

TO APPLY

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/sales_administrator_south.htm

PURCHASING AND PRODUCTION ADMINISTRATOR - £18,000 - £22,000pa – SOUTH, UK

Main purpose of Role

Our client is seeking a Purchasing and Production Administrator. The purpose of the role is to assist the Purchasing and Production departments to ensure the smooth flow of parts and materials through the manufacturing process. Reporting directly to the Purchaser you will chase suppliers and expedite orders to ensure parts are available for production when required. You will also place orders for consumables and assist with stock taking.

This role is ideal for a resourceful administrator with good attention to detail and communication skills. You will need to communicate with production and sales as well as establish good relationships with suppliers. You will be able to contribute to and refine the processes that ensure the smooth running of the purchasing and production functions.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Place orders for all consumables and supplies.
• Ensure all purchase orders have been confirmed and expected due dates recorded.
• Chase all overdue purchase orders.
• Assist with monthly stock takes.
• Communicate all shortages with production and sales.
• Maintain good relationships with suppliers.
• Assist with production administration.

Personal requirements

• Accurate administration skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/PURCHASING_AND_PRODUCTION_ADMINISTRATOR_18000.htm

CAREERS COURSE ADVISOR (SALES) - COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Applicants must possess the following attributes:-

• Results driven with a high level of motivation to reach sales targets
• Proven sales experience 
• Open, friendly nature with good telephone manner
• Dynamic, vibrant personality and a strong desire to learn new skills
• Capable of working well under pressure and on own initiative
• Good IT skills, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes necessary
• The ability to be a team player is essential, with an interest in people and a desire to deliver the best
• Ideally you will have an understanding of the various RYA courses and qualifications along with some experience of watersports and yachting, however, this is not essential and full training will be given for the right candidate

SALARY

40 hours per week
1 full Saturday per month at Open Day
Attendance at occasional 'events' to promote UKSA
Basic salary plus sales commission scheme for achieving targets

TO APPLY


For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/CAREERS_COURSE_ADVISOR_SALES_COWES_ISLE_OF_WIG.htm 

PROJECT MANAGER - £25-£35k - ESSEX

JOB DESCRIPTION

Project Manager required to join our innovative and enthusiastic team.
Applicants should have a proven history in project management within the marine industry.  The position involves managing teams and sub-contractors throughout the build of each vessel. Must be a team player with exceptional organisational skills and able to work under pressure. Salary will greatly depend on experience.

SALARY

£25K - £35K depending on experience

TO APPLY


For more information and to apply for this position, please follow the link below

http://www.marineresources.co.uk/project_manager_essex.htm