State Sales Manager

Sales Manager – NSW & ACT | Princess CruisesWhy You’ll Love Working With Us

At Carnival Corporation & plc, we offer a supportive, flexible, and rewarding workplace that recognises great work and helps our people thrive. In this role, you’ll enjoy a range of exceptional benefits, including:

🌴 9-day fortnight – enjoy a long weekend every second week (on full pay!)

🏡 Remote working opportunity based in Sydney

🚗 Business car with fuel card

⚓ Travel perks – cruise discounts plus partner airline & hotel deals

💼 Salary plus super and annual bonus

💪 Wellbeing focus – access to wellness classes, free vaccinations and more

🏆 Rewards & recognition – staff awards and recognition programs

🌟 A collaborative, down-to-earth team who love what they do!About the Role

Carnival Corporation & plc is excited to welcome a Sales Manager to our Princess Cruises team. This full-time, permanent role is remote-based in Sydney and covers the NSW and ACT territory, reporting to the Field Sales and Key Account Manager.

As a key commercial driver and brand ambassador, you’ll manage and grow trade relationships, deliver engaging product education, and drive cruise sales performance across your territory. This autonomous, field-based role is ideal for a motivated sales professional who enjoys being on the road, building strong partnerships, and representing a premium global brand.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive passenger growth and revenue through strategic sales activity

• Build and maintain strong relationships within the travel agency network

• Deliver engaging product education to increase agent knowledge and confidence

• Lead consumer events, expos, and ship inspections to build brand awareness

• Secure and execute joint marketing campaigns with key partners

• Monitor territory performance using reports and market insights

• Identify new business opportunities and develop new trade partnerships

About You

You’re a commercially minded sales or business development professional who thrives in a relationship-led environment. You take ownership of your territory, enjoy presenting to diverse audiences, and are confident working independently while collaborating with a wider team.

With strong communication and presentation skills, you’re comfortable leading training sessions, pitching marketing initiatives, and hosting engaging consumer events. Your passion for travel and cruising makes you a natural advocate for Princess Cruises.

To Be Successful, You Will Have

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in sales or business development

• Travel or tourism industry experience, ideally in a field-based role

• Strong presentation, communication and relationship-building skills

• Proven relationship-building and negotiation capability

• Confidence using data and reports to guide sales strategy

• A valid Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel regularly

• Experience with CRM and sales reporting tools

• Exposure to consumer events, expos, or cruise-related activities (highly regarded)

• Familiarity with CRM and sales reporting platforms

• A genuine passion for delivering exceptional travel experiences

About Us

Carnival Corporation & plc is the world’s leading cruise holiday company, representing iconic brands including Princess Cruises, Cunard, Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line and Seabourn.

At Carnival, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive, flexible and fun workplace where individuality and collaboration thrive.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community, and people living with disability.

Suitable candidates may undergo background checks, including police checks, skills testing and reference checks.

🚢 Ready to set sail on your next career adventure?

Step aboard a role where meaningful relationships, thoughtful strategy, and world-class experiences come together. Represent an iconic global brand and help more guests discover the joy of cruising.