Job Overview
Manitowoc Marina is seeking a Yacht Broker to join the team in Sandusky. This is a full-time yacht broker position that will be responsible for generating new leads, identifying business opportunities, and maintaining positive customer relationships. Lines represented include Axopar, X-Yachts, Brabus Marine, Cutwater, Rossiter and Starcraft. Manitowoc Marina also brokers used boats.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Utilize Manitowoc Marina sales tools, including CRM, for daily follow up and prospecting for new customers, as well as communication on a regular basis with existing clients
- Maintain precise client records, diligently inputting and maintaining an accurate and comprehensive database
- Acquire full knowledge of product lines, including all standard features, accessories, and options
- Secure quality listings with quality photos for input in Yacht World and BoatWizard
- Successfully achieve sales targets and objectives
- Secure quality brokerage listings
- Familiarize yourself on a daily basis for what boats are currently available and their selling price
- Actively support and participate in boat shows, on-site and off-site special events, and displays
- Precisely quote pricing to clients, including taxes, freight, trade-in allowance, fees, and requirements for financing
- Understanding of all yacht sales transaction regulations and contracts
- Other duties, as directed
Qualifications / Requirements
- Previous experience in sales, preferably yacht sales
- Knowledge of yachts and experience in the marine industry preferred
- Experience with social media, marketing, video production is a plus
- Ability to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively with a team
- Self-disciplined, motivated, and organized
- Eagernes to continue learning more about the marine industry
- Ability to develop relationships with new and old clients
- Strong negotiation skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
Salary: Based on experience
