Salesperson

The Boat Warehouse Kingston; Kingston; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boat Warehouse Kingston in Kingston, ON, is hiring a full-time Salesperson to greet customers in the showroom and on the lot, assess boating needs, and guide them to the right bowriders, pontoons, cruisers, or fishing boats.

You will demonstrate products, answer questions by phone, email, or in person, and work with financing teams to secure purchases while maintaining accurate inventory knowledge and contributing to a welcoming dealership environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service or retail sales.
• Ability to meet targets and close deals.
• Familiarity with boats or marine equipment a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to work weekends and peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Greet and engage customers in showroom and lot.
• Assess boating needs and advise on models, features, and options.
• Conduct product demonstrations and respond to inquiries.
• Prepare sales quotes and support financing discussions.
• Coordinate with service and admin teams to ensure delivery.
• Follow up with leads and maintain customer relationships.

Skills

Customer service

Sales and negotiation

Product knowledge

Communication skills

On-site retail experience

Job description

Company Description

The Boat Warehouse Kingston is recognized as the world’s largest Four Winns, Lowe, and Glastron dealership and offers one of Canada’s largest boat inventories. Located in Kingston, Ontario in the scenic 1000 Islands area, the dealership serves customers seeking new and used bowriders, pontoon boats, cruisers, and fishing boats from leading brands such as Chaparral, Robalo, Lowe, Stingray and AXOPAR. The team is committed to delivering exceptional customer service, meeting and exceeding expectations for every visitor. Customers can explore inventory online, schedule appointments, review financing options, and access knowledgeable sales staff eager to share their expertise. The Boat Warehouse Kingston focuses on creating a positive buying experience while helping customers find the right boat at a competitive value.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Salesperson role based at The Boat Warehouse Kingston in Kingston, ON. The Salesperson will greet and engage customers in the showroom and lot, assess their boating needs, and provide guidance on suitable models, features, and options. Daily responsibilities include conducting product demonstrations, answering inquiries in person, by phone, and via email, and maintaining detailed knowledge of the current inventory, pricing, and promotions. The role involves preparing sales quotes, supporting financing discussions, processing sales paperwork accurately, and coordinating with service and administrative teams to ensure smooth delivery. The Salesperson will also follow up with leads, maintain relationships with existing customers, and contribute to a professional, welcoming dealership environment.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with ability to build rapport and communicate clearly with a diverse range of customers.
• Sales and negotiation skills, including experience meeting targets, managing leads, and closing deals in a retail or dealership environment.
• Product knowledge and technical aptitude related to boats, marine equipment, or recreational vehicles, with willingness to learn brand-specific features.
• Organizational and administrative skills, including accurate documentation, attention to detail, and basic computer proficiency (email, CRM, inventory systems).
• Ability to work on-site, including weekends and peak seasonal hours, and to move safely around the showroom, lot, and marina areas.
• Comfortable conducting in-person and phone-based consultations; strong listening skills and a consultative sales approach.
• Previous experience in marine, automotive, or recreational product sales is an asset but not required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; boating experience or certifications are considered an advantage.