Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist

River Valley Power & Sport - Marine•Rochester, MN

19h•$75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist Used Boats | Consignment | Marine Expertise Required Full-Time | Base + Incentives | $75,000–$95,000+ River Valley in Rochester is hiring a Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist —a role built specifically for someone who knows boats , understands real-world boat values, and is comfortable working directly with private boat owners. This is not entry level and not a desk-only job . If you come from a marine technician, boat sales, or dealership background and want to leverage your boat knowledge into a higher-earning, independent role, this position offers a strong long-term career path. You’ll be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, buying, consigning, and selling used boats , working face-to-face with sellers and buyers while building a profitable, high-margin inventory pipeline. River Valley is a Top 10 Marine Dealer in North America , representing leading boat brands and backed by 30+ years of trust, referrals, and repeat business . You won’t be chasing cold leads—this role is supported by strong inbound web leads, Facebook Marketplace activity, and an established customer base . Why Marine Professionals Excel in This Role Your boat knowledge directly drives your income You work independently—but with full dealership support You deal with real boat owners , not just internet shoppers You build repeat relationships and long-term trust You earn strong pay by doing the work the right way You stay hands-on in the marine industry—without turning wrenches all day Schedule Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (rotating) Weekday off provided when working Saturday Flexibility required—boats don’t always sell on a clock Compensation Base salary plus performance incentives Total annual earnings: $75,000–$95,000+ Income grows with inventory quality, deal structure, and execution

Requirements

Strong working knowledge of boats (models, conditions, values, and real-world adjustments)
Ability to work independently with daily performance expectations
Comfortable meeting customers face-to-face and earning trust
Strong negotiation skills
High comfort level using Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
Detail-oriented with paperwork, titles, and contracts
Reliable, self-motivated, and driven by results

Nice To Haves

Marine Technician or Service Advisor
Boat Sales or Used Boat Manager
Marine or Powersports Dealership Experience
Experience with Lightspeed / Lightspeed EVO, DP360, or Excel

Responsibilities

Source and acquire quality used boats from private sellers
Build and manage a profitable boat consignment inventory
Accurately evaluate boat condition, value, and market pricing
Negotiate confidently with private-party sellers and buyers
Sell used and consigned boats through Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
Sell boats from our product line during shows, events, and as needed on the sales floor
Maximize front-end gross profit and inventory turn
Communicate clearly and professionally with customers
Manage titles, contracts, and documentation accurately
Maintain a clean, professional showroom and lot
Follow dealership processes and sales standards
Attend sales meetings and collaborate closely with management