We are looking for a proven sales professional with strong existing relationships across shipyards, boatyards, marinas, yacht manufacturers, marine service companies, and distributors.
The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven business developer who understands the marine industry, knows its key decision-makers, and has a demonstrated ability to open new accounts, build territories, and generate revenue.
Develop new business relationships with shipyards, boatyards, marinas, yacht builders, marine service providers, and distributors.
Leverage existing industry contacts to introduce products, establish accounts, and generate sales.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities throughout the U.S. marine market.
Build and manage a nationwide sales pipeline, from initial prospecting through closing.
Expand existing customer relationships and increase sales within established accounts.
Conduct onsite visits, product presentations, and meetings with purchasing managers, yard owners, and industry decision-makers.
Attend marine industry trade shows and networking events to develop new opportunities.
Work directly with company leadership to execute sales strategies and achieve revenue growth targets.
Proven experience in marine industry sales, business development, or territory management.
Established relationships with shipyards, boatyards, marinas, yacht builders, or marine distributors strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success developing new business and growing sales territories.
Background selling marine products, equipment, coatings, maintenance solutions, or related industrial products preferred.
Strong understanding of the marine industry's purchasing processes and decision-makers.
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Willingness to travel nationally to develop customer relationships.