Buyer Broker

Boat Buyer/Broker

As a Boat Buyer/Broker, you will act as a liaison between buyers and sellers in the marine industry. You will be responsible for facilitating the purchase and sale of boats, ensuring both parties' needs are met efficiently and effectively. Your role will include evaluating boats, negotiating deals, managing documentation, and providing exceptional customer service throughout the buying and selling process.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Duties (Most Important to Least Important) - Percent of the Time:

• Meet with clients to understand their boat-buying or selling needs.
• Provide expert advice on market trends, boat types, and pricing.
• Conduct thorough research to stay informed about market conditions, boat values, and emerging trends. Analyze comparable sales to determine appropriate pricing for boats.
• Negotiate terms and prices between buyers and sellers to reach mutually beneficial agreements. Handle offers, counteroffers, and final agreements professionally.
• Organize and conduct boat showings and demonstrations for prospective buyers.
• Build and maintain relationships with boat owners, dealers, and other industry professionals.
• Effective utilization of sales tools, including OneWater Buyer/Broker Processes and CRM
• Monitors the boat progression through service through inspection and delivery. Provide exceptional service to clients throughout the buying or selling process. Address any concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
• Actively participates in Boat Shows, Store and Off-site sales and customer events.

Skills

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to assess boat conditions and values accurately.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven experience in boat brokerage, sales, or a related field
• Brokerage License
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for market analysis and documentation.
• Established network of contacts in the marine industry preferred

Physical Demands

Physical Activities:

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods - Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another - Operating motor vehicle
• Communicating with others to exchange information - Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Hearing - Talking
• Seeing - Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

Work Environment

Environmental Conditions:

• No adverse environmental conditions expected - Poor ventilation
• Hazardous conditions - Small and/or enclosed spaces
• Noisy environments

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing
• Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds
• Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds
• Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

This position operates exclusively in an indoor office environment with controlled temperatures.

OneWater Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.