Elevate your career in 2024 with Legend Boats at our Barrie location! We're on the lookout for dynamic individuals to join our team as Sales Consultants. As the newest member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of turning customers' dreams of boat ownership into an exciting reality. Take the plunge into a fulfilling Sales Consultant role at Legend Boats and make 2024 your most successful year yet!
Who are we?
Legend Boats mission is to Create Memories. Whether we are working on a cool new design, adding an innovative feature, or squeezing in that extra bit of value, all we're thinking about is providing you with the ultimate boating experience and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
As one of Canada's largest boat companies and one of the fastest growing boat brands on the market. Every one of our boat models are designed by, and built for, Canadians. We design and manufacture over thirty models of aluminum fish/ski/cruise boats, four deck boat models, and over forty models of pontoon boats that are distributed through over 60 Legend Dealers across Canada.
We continue to make Legend Boats an effective organization and a great place to work, through career advancement, workforce diversity, continuous personal and professional self-development, along with open dialogue to support product and process enhancement. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, representative of the communities we serve and beyond. We encourage, and are pleased to consider, applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ+ persons, and others who contribute towards promoting innovative ideas and solutions.
Why join the Legend Family?
- Great Company Culture - It is the core of our values
- Ongoing Training - Career development opportunities at our own Legend University
- Celebrate with Your Team - Recognizing holidays and participating in fun company events
- Get out on the Water with our Boat Loan Program
- Flexible Vacation plans - Starting with up to 4 weeks annually
- Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance Benefits
- Pension Plan and company matched contribution
The ideal candidate:
- Minimum of 5 years of sales experience, preferably in the recreation powersports industry or automotive field.
- Exceptional attendance record, demonstrating reliability and commitment.
- Comprehensive understanding and a proven ability to manage the complete sales process, from lead generation to post-sale follow-up.
- Proficiency in assessing gross margins, staying updated on market trends, and meeting industry requirements.
- Expertise in closing deals and confidently asking for the sale.
- Strong ability to read and understand people, tailoring sales approaches accordingly.
- A genuine passion for the product being sold, providing value and building trust with customers while nurturing relationships.
- Demonstrated drive, exceptional organizational skills, and a strong work ethic to work independently, ensuring no lead or customer goes unattended, while collaborating with a sales team or other departments as needed.
- Adaptability to adjust the sales approach according to different selling seasons.
- Motivated to achieve and exceed sales targets.
- Proactive in creating sales opportunities outside of the store, networking, and engaging with the local community.
The majority of the time in this role will be spent:
- Greeting customers and demonstrating features and advantages of boats that properly meet the needs of the customer
- Using prospecting and follow up processes to develop and maintain positive relationships with prospective and existing customers.
- Selling boat and pontoon packages, outboard engines, boat and pontoon trailers, accessories, trolling motors, fish finders and other products
- Using alternative media channels to connect with customers like social media, kijiji, marketplace, and boating forums
- Working with our marketing team to create sales content for social media like videos and blog posts
- Attending boat shows and sales events or conferences
- Ensure displays are organized, cleaned and in perfect condition
- Aiding in the service and parts sales departments during off season
Salary: Your annual earnings potential features a strong base salary complemented by an uncapped commission structure! Our Sales Consultants typically earn between 70-100k. The sky's the limit and this rewarding compensation plan is designed to reflect your outstanding performance and results, providing you the opportunity to thrive in your role year-round.