Field Sales Manager

Flux Marine; Bristol (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth marine technology start-up in Bristol, Rhode Island, seeks a Sales Representative to build client relationships and drive sales of innovative electric outboard motors. The ideal candidate will have a background in marine technology sales and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in marine technology sales preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate relationships with potential clients.
• Seek out new sales opportunities through networking.
• Conduct product demonstrations and gather leads.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Job description

Company Overview

Flux Marine is a high-growth marine technology start-up that is redesigning electric outboard motors from the ground up without using legacy combustion engine parts. This allows our motors to maximize efficiency and minimize maintenance without compromising performance vs gas engines. Our technology has applications across several areas including commercial, recreational, yacht tender, and military markets. Headquartered in Bristol, Rhode Island, Flux Marine has approximately 45 employees who are passionate about developing new technologies and transforming the way people move on the water. As a quickly scaling start-up, there is tremendous opportunity for career advancement as the company grows in the months and years to come.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with new potential clients, providing exceptional customer service and guidance throughout the sales process.
• Actively seek out new sales opportunities through networking, cold calling, and participation in industry events and boat shows.
• Conduct product demonstrations via roadshows and sea trials to gather leads and preorders.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of our product line, including technical specifications, customization options, and after-sales services to effectively address customer inquiries and concerns.
• Represent the company at boat shows, trade shows, dealer meetings, and OEM meetings, as needed by the company.
• Provide contact and sales reports and share feedback from prospects and customers.
• Build productive relationships with company colleagues and key industry stakeholders.
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Boating and marine industry experience with marine technology sales background is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record and willingness to trailer, launch, and operate boats frequently.
• Excellent strategic and analytical skills with outstanding written, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, strong attention to detail, and solid organizational skills for follow-through in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Notice

Flux Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Flux Marine is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Flux Marine are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Flux Marine will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.