Boat Sales & Consignment Specialist

Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist
Used Boats | Consignment | Marine Expertise Required
Full-Time | $75,000–$95,000+
Rochester, MN

Love boats? Know them inside and out?
Turn your boating knowledge into a high-earning career buying and selling used boats.

River Valley is hiring a Marine Buyer & Consignment Specialist to work directly with private boat owners and fellow boating enthusiasts. You’ll source, evaluate, consign, and sell used boats while building strong relationships in the boating community.

This is not an entry-level role and not a desk job. It’s built for someone with real marine experience who wants to turn that knowledge into income.

Marine technicians, service advisors, and boat sales professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why This Role Stands Out
• Your boat knowledge directly drives your income
• Work independently with full dealership support
• Strong inbound leads and established customer base
• Deal directly with real boat owners—not just online shoppers
• Stay in the marine industry without turning wrenches all day
• Long-term career path with a Top 10 Marine Dealer in North America

Compensation
Base Salary + Commission (Stable income with strong upside)
Typical Earnings: $75,000–$95,000 annually
Top Performers: $100,000+ possible

Your income is driven by:
• Quality of inventory you acquire
• Deal structure and negotiation
• Inventory turn and gross profit

Schedule
• Monday–Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (rotating)
• Weekday off when working Saturday
• Flexibility required during peak selling times

What You’ll Do
• Source and acquire quality used boats from private sellers
• Build and manage a profitable consignment inventory
• Evaluate boat condition, value, and market pricing
• Negotiate with sellers and buyers
• Sell boats through Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
• Assist with boat sales during events and on the showroom floor
• Manage titles, contracts, and paperwork accurately
• Maintain a clean, professional lot and showroom
• Follow dealership processes and sales standards

What We’re Looking For (Non-Negotiable)
• Strong working knowledge of boats (models, condition, values)
• Comfortable working independently with performance expectations
• Confident working face-to-face with customers
• Strong negotiation skills
• Experience using Facebook Marketplace and Messenger
• Detail-oriented with paperwork and contracts
• Self-motivated, reliable, and results-driven

Preferred Backgrounds
• Marine Technician
• Service Advisor
• Boat Sales or Used Boat Manager
• Marine or Powersports Dealership Experience
• Experience with Lightspeed / Lightspeed EVO, DP360, or Excel is a plus

Benefits
Health Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Medical plans starting around $50/month
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option

Retirement
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options
• Employer match: 50% up to 6%

Additional Benefits
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Accident, cancer, and critical illness coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Doctor on Demand virtual care
• PTO and paid holidays
• Employee discounts on boats, parts, and accessories
• Company-provided apparel

About River Valley Companies
Founded in 1996, River Valley is a family-owned marine and powersports dealership with locations in Rochester, Red Wing, and Lake Minnetonka. We grow by hiring people who know their craft, work hard, and take pride in what they do.

If you’re passionate about boats and want a high-income career in the marine industry, apply today.