Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist

River Valley in Rochester is hiring a Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialistsomeone who knows boats understands their value and can talk shop with real people. This is not a desk-only job and its not entry level. If you know boats inside and out can work independently and are comfortable meeting face-to-face with boat owners to earn their trust this could be a strong long-term career move.

This role is built for someone with hands-on marine knowledge who can confidently evaluate boats negotiate with private sellers and move inventory. Youll be sourcing buying consigning and selling used boats through a mix of Facebook Marketplace Messenger direct customer interaction and incoming web leads generated by River Valleys established online addition River Valleys 30 years of doing business drives consistent referral and repeat-customer leads. Knowing boats is not optional; its critical to success in this position.

River Valley is a Top 10 Marine Dealer in North America representing the leading boat manufacturers in the industry. Youll be helping build a steady high-margin used boat and consignment pipeline while representing a trusted family-owned marine dealership with full benefits.

Why This Role Works for the Right Person

• You work independently but are never unsupported
• Your boat knowledge directly impacts your income
• You deal with real boat owners not just online leads
• You build repeat business and long-term relationships
• You earn strong pay by doing the work the right way

Schedule

• MondayFriday: 8:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. (rotating)
• When you work a Saturday you receive a weekday off

Compensation

• Base wage plus incentives
• Total annual earnings: $75000$95000

Key Responsibilities

• Source and acquire quality used boats from private sellers
• Build and manage profitable boat consignment inventory
• Accurately evaluate boat condition value and market pricing
• Sell used and consigned boats through Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
• Selling boats in our product line during shows events and as needed on the sales floor
• Communicate directly with sellers and buyers to build trust and close deals
• Maximize front-end gross profit and inventory turn speed
• Maintain a clean professional showroom and lot environment
• Follow dealership sales processes policies and procedures
• Manage contracts titles and documentation accurately
• Attend sales meetings and work closely with the sales manager
• Stay late when customer flow requires itboats dont always sell on a schedule

Required Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of boats is essential
  (models conditions values and real-world adjustments)
• Ability to work independently with daily performance expectations
• Comfortable meeting customers in person and earning their trust
• Strong negotiation skills with private-party sellers and buyers
• Detail-oriented with paperwork titles and contracts
• High comfort level using Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
• Reliable self-motivated and work-ethic driven

Preferred Experience

• Previous marine technician boat sales or dealership experience
• Experience with LightSpeed LightSpeedEVO DP360 or Excel

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Insurance

• Medical dental and vision coverage
• Medical plans starting as low as $50/month
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option
• Eligibility begins first of the month after 30 days

Retirement

• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options
• Employer match: 50% up to 6%
• Financial planning and direct access to financial experts

Additional Benefits

• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Accident cancer and critical illness coverage

Employee Well-Being

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Marketplace discounts
• Doctor on Demand virtual care

Paid Time Off

• PTO including sick time
• Paid holidays

Extras

• Company-provided apparel
• Discounts on boats parts and accessories

About River Valley Companies

Founded in 1996 River Valley is a family-owned full-service marine and powersports dealership with locations in Rochester Red Wing and Lake Minnetonka. We outperform the industry because we hire people who know their craft work hard and take pride in what they doon and off the clock.

We believe in earning trust doing honest business and delivering the #RVPSExperience every day. If youre looking to build a real career in the marine industrynot just a jobRiver Valley is the place to do it.

How to Apply

To apply directly contact:
Eric Vandal

Required Experience:

Senior IC