General Manager - Boat Manufacturing & Sales

Boutique Recruiting; Perry (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base compensation with (un

opportunity-based bonus

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting in Perry, Florida seeks an experienced General Manager to lead premium boat manufacturing operations and drive commercial growth. This hands-on role oversees fiberglass and composite production, quality control, and financial performance while expanding dealer and broker relationships.

The ideal candidate has proven success selling high-end boats, leadership of production teams, and an entrepreneurial mindset to grow a profitable marine business with national and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience manufacturing premium fiberglass or composite boats.
• Strong knowledge of laminating, carbon fiber, and marine production processes.
• Proven success selling high-end boats to affluent buyers.
• Experience leading boat manufacturing operations and quality control.
• Business development: expanding dealer and broker relationships.
• Ability to manage budgets, materials, inventory, and profitability.
• Leadership of craftspeople with accountability and process improvements.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to drive growth and profitability.
• Willingness to spend 50% time at Perry facility and travel for business development.
• Experience scaling marine manufacturing operations or expanding product lines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including fiberglass and composite construction, laminating, finishing, rigging, quality control, and final delivery
• Lead, mentor, and manage an experienced boatbuilding team while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and production standards
• Drive sales growth by developing relationships with high-net-worth buyers, marine brokers, dealers, and industry partners
• Expand dealer and broker distribution networks across domestic and potential international markets
• Represent the business at boat shows, industry events, customer meetings, and dealer presentations
• Manage production schedules, labor, purchasing, inventory, and material costs to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Establish measurable performance standards for production output, quality, revenue, and financial performance
• Oversee customer contracts, build specifications, order fulfillment, and delivery coordination
• Monitor financial performance, control operating expenses, and identify opportunities to improve margins
• Strengthen existing customer relationships while generating new business opportunities and expanding market presence
• Collaborate with ownership on strategic growth initiatives, potential product expansion, and long-term business development
• Balance increasing customer demand with manufacturing capacity to maintain premium quality and timely delivery

Skills

Boat manufacturing

Composite materials

Boat sales

Leadership

Business development

Budget management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Entrepreneurial mindset

Travel readiness

Production planning

Brand development

Dealer networks

Job description

Position Title: General Manager - Boat Manufacturing & Sales

We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the manufacturing operations and commercial growth of a premium custom boatbuilding business in Perry, Florida. This hands‑on leadership role oversees fiberglass and composite boat production, quality control, financial performance, and business development. The General Manager will drive sales growth, expand dealer and broker relationships, strengthen operational efficiency, and ensure the delivery of exceptional custom fishing boats.

The ideal candidate brings extensive firsthand experience in premium boatbuilding, proven success selling high‑end boats, and the entrepreneurial mindset to lead an experienced production team while building a profitable, growing marine business.

Salary Range: $120,000 base with OTE $240K+

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including fiberglass and composite construction, laminating, finishing, rigging, quality control, and final delivery
• Lead, mentor, and manage an experienced boatbuilding team while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and production standards
• Drive sales growth by developing relationships with high-net-worth buyers, marine brokers, dealers, and industry partners
• Expand dealer and broker distribution networks across domestic and potential international markets
• Represent the business at boat shows, industry events, customer meetings, and dealer presentations
• Manage production schedules, labor, purchasing, inventory, and material costs to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Establish measurable performance standards for production output, quality, revenue, and financial performance
• Oversee customer contracts, build specifications, order fulfillment, and delivery coordination
• Monitor financial performance, control operating expenses, and identify opportunities to improve margins
• Strengthen existing customer relationships while generating new business opportunities and expanding market presence
• Collaborate with ownership on strategic growth initiatives, potential product expansion, and long-term business development
• Balance increasing customer demand with manufacturing capacity to maintain premium quality and timely delivery

Requirements

• Extensive hands‑on experience manufacturing premium fiberglass or composite center-console, fishing, or custom recreational boats
• Strong technical knowledge of fiberglass laminating, carbon fiber, composite materials, boat construction, and marine production processes
• Proven success selling high‑end boats to affluent buyers and developing relationships within the marine industry
• Demonstrated experience leading boat manufacturing operations, production teams, and quality control processes
• Strong business development capabilities with experience expanding customer relationships, dealer networks, or broker partnerships
• Ability to manage manufacturing budgets, material costs, inventory, purchasing, and operational profitability
• Proven ability to lead experienced craftspeople while establishing accountability and improving production processes
• Strong negotiation, relationship‑building, communication, and leadership skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to independently manage operations and drive measurable business results
• Willingness to spend at least 50% of working time at the Perry, Florida manufacturing facility and travel for business development
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to support production deadlines, customer commitments, and business growth
• Experience developing premium marine brands or established relationships with custom boat buyers and dealers preferred
• Experience scaling marine manufacturing operations or expanding product lines preferred

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation with potential performance‑based bonus opportunities
• Negotiable paid time off
• Flexible geographic arrangement with potential lodging accommodations in Perry, Florida
• Opportunity to lead both manufacturing operations and commercial growth
• Direct collaboration with ownership on business strategy and expansion
• Potential for additional performance‑based compensation, subject to finalized terms
• Significant leadership autonomy and opportunities for long‑term professional growth

If you are a proven boatbuilding leader who knows how to deliver exceptional craftsmanship, develop high‑value customer relationships, and grow a premium marine business, we encourage you to apply and take ownership of this exciting opportunity.