Marine Sales Professional

Love boating? Live for lake days? Know your way around boats, motors, and marine gear?

If you’re a relationship-driven sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-reward environment—and you feel most at home around the water—this could be the career you’ve been looking for.

River Valley Marine in Red Wing is actively seeking high-powered, motivated Marine Sales Professional to join our nationally ranked dealership team. This is a rare opportunity to turn your passion for boating into a lucrative, long-term career with a company that truly lives the marine lifestyle.

What You’ll Experience at River Valley Marine

As a Marine Product Specialist / Boat Sales Consultant, you’ll represent some of the top boat brands in the marine industry, working directly with customers who share your love of the water. You’ll help them find the perfect new or used boat while delivering the signature #RVPSExperience that sets us apart.

Our most successful salespeople are:

• Passionate about boating and lake life


• Driven to exceed sales goals


• Natural relationship-builders


• Comfortable closing deals and earning what they’re worth

If you can build trust, explain features confidently, and help customers envision their life on the water—you’ll thrive here.

Why This Role Is Different

• Work for a Top 10 Marine Dealer in North America


• Sell industry-leading boat brands


• Strong inbound traffic, boat shows, and marketing support


• Huge earning potential for motivated sellers


• A culture built by people who actually use the products they sell

Compensation & Schedule

Compensation:
$85,000 – $250,000+ annually (base wage + incentive)

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.


• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (rotating)


• When you work a Saturday, you’ll receive a weekday off

Key Responsibilities

• Sell new and used boats and marine products while delivering an exceptional customer experience


• Follow River Valley’s proven dealership sales process


• Build long-term relationships with customers before, during, and after the sale


• Maintain strong product knowledge of boats, motors, and competing brands


• Create a welcoming, clean, and professional showroom environment


• Follow up with sold customers in a timely and professional manner


• Work boat shows and select company events


• Attend sales meetings and collaborate with the sales management team


• Maintain professional appearance and adhere to dealership standards


• Understand that customer flow may require staying beyond posted closing times

Qualifications We’re Looking For

• Passion for boating, marine equipment, and the outdoor lifestyle


• Strong sales, closing, and customer service skills


• Previous sales experience preferred (marine, automotive, powersports a plus)


• Knowledge of marine equipment highly desirable


• LightSpeed / LightSpeed EVO experience is a plus


• Self-motivated, reliable, and driven to improve


• Professional, energetic, and team-oriented

Video Application (Strongly Encouraged – Not Required)

We love creativity and real-world sales skills.

To submit a video application:

• Create a 1–2 minute video selling any vehicle or product (Boat, ATV, Car, Snowmobile, etc.)


• Show exterior and interior features


• Explain why someone should buy it


• End by telling us why you want to join River Valley Marine

It does NOT need to be perfect — have fun and be yourself.

 Email your video or a link to:
[email protected]

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health & Insurance

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Medical plans starting as low as $50/month


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Life Insurance and Disability options


• Accident, Cancer, and Critical Illness coverage

Retirement

• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options


• Employer match: 50% up to 6%


• Financial planning and direct access to financial experts

Well-Being

• Get Active Program


• Wellness Marketplace discounts


• Employee Assistance Program


• Doctor on Demand (medical & psychiatric care)

Time Off & Extras

• Paid Time Off and sick time


• Scheduled holidays


• Company-provided apparel


• Employee discounts on boats, parts, and accessories

About River Valley Companies

Founded in 1996, River Valley Companies is a family-owned, full-service marine and powersports dealership with locations in Rochester, Red Wing, and Lake Minnetonka. We consistently outperform the industry because of one thing: our people.

We work hard, play harder, and live the lifestyle we sell. Our team members proudly represent River Valley both on and off the water, delivering the unforgettable #RVPSExperience to every customer.

If you’re looking to build a real career in the marine industry—not just another sales job—we’d love to meet you.