Boat & Yacht Sales

Walstrom Marine; Charlevoix (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with 5% match

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Company gear

Job summary

Walstrom Marine in Charlevoix, MI is seeking a dynamic salesperson to join our team. You will build strong customer relationships, promote a range of boats and yachts from our inventory, and provide expert product knowledge to highlight benefits to clients.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years in sales, are travel-ready for accounts and events, and are proficient with MS Office and sales software. This in-person role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a long-standing

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of previous experience in a sales role; Marine Industry knowledge is a plus.
• Must be able to travel to various accounts, industry events, and dealer functions.
• Must be computer literate, including MS Office and sales software.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and existing clients to understand boating needs, preferences, and budget.
• Promote and sell a diverse range of boats and yachts from the inventory, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Develop an in-depth product knowledge of boat models and features to present benefits effectively.
• Proactively seek new sales opportunities through networking, referrals, shows, and marketing initiatives.
• Collaborate with the sales and service teams to ensure seamless customer experiences.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market changes, and competitor activities.

Skills

Sales experience

Travel flexibility

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Our success hinges on the exceptional individuals who join our team, and we are dedicated to investing in their career growth and development. As we continue to expand our team, we remain steadfast in upholding the family-owned values that define us while offering the benefits and growth opportunities characteristic of a larger organization. Join us in maintaining our legacy and driving the future of marine excellence!

Who We Are: At Walstrom Marine, we take pride in our 78-year legacy of providing exceptional service and keeping our customers on the water all season long. We are a marine group consisting of dealerships, service centers, storage facilities, and marinas, all working together to make owning a boat as enjoyable and effortless as possible. Specializing in iconic brands such as Tiara Yachts, Regal, Sea Ray, Chris-Craft, and Pursuit, Walstrom Marine has become the fastest-growing marine dealer in Northern Michigan, boasting 9 locations.

Our success hinges on the exceptional individuals who join our team, and we are committed to investing in their career growth and development. At Walstrom, we prioritize continuous training and learning opportunities for all team members. As we expand, we remain rooted in the family-owned values that define us, while offering the benefits and advancement potential of a larger organization. Join us in maintaining our legacy and driving the future of marine excellence!

What We’re Looking For: Do you have a passion for boating and experience working in sales? We want to hear from you! Walstrom Marine is looking for a creative and driven salesperson to join our growing team in Charlevoix.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Customer Relationship Management:Cultivate strong relationships with prospective and existing clients to understand their boating needs, preferences, and budgetary requirements.
• Boat and Yacht Sales:Promote and sell a diverse range of boats and yachts from our inventory, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction throughout the sales process.
• Product Knowledge: Develop an in-depth understanding of our boat and yacht models, features, and specifications to effectively present their benefits to customers.
• Lead Generation:Proactively seek out new sales opportunities through networking, referrals, attending boat shows, and other marketing initiatives.
• Team Collaboration:Collaborate with our sales and support team to ensure seamless customer experiences and maintain a cohesive work environment.
• Industry Knowledge:Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market changes, and competitor activities to remain competitive in the marketplace.

What you need to be successful:

• At least 2 years of previous experience in a sales role; Marine Industry knowledge is a plus.
• Must be able to travel to various accounts, industry events, and dealer functions.
• Required to be computer literate, including experience with Microsoft Office and sales software.

Benefits:Benefits include year-round employment, paid holidays, 401K with a 5% company match, vacation time, health, dental, vision insurance, Company-paid life insurance and Company-paid short-term disability along with multiple voluntary plans. Company branded gear including Helly Hansen, Carhartt, and more.

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm, Saturday availability required in the summer months
• This is an in-person, on site position based out of our Charlevoix location

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.