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Job Description
Buyer
Full-Time · Location: Legendary Marine - Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, AL, US
Buyer
POSITION SUMMARY
Buyers at OneWater stores are passionate about delighting customers and achieving or exceeding their volume and margin sales goals by utilizing defined sales processes as part of a seamless team.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Duties (Most Important to Least Important) | Percent of the Time |
Meet with clients to discuss their preferences, budget, and intended use for the boat | |
Offer professional recommendations based on client requirements and current market conditions. | |
Keep up-to-date with market trends, new yacht models, and technological advancements. | |
Manage the entire purchase process, from offer to closing | |
Follows up with seller regularly to maintain interest. | |
Closes deal strongly with complete paperwork. | |
Actively participates in Boat Shows, Store and Off-site sales and customer events. | |
Adhere to budget guidelines and work within financial constraints to make informed purchasing decisions. | |
Builds and maintains positive customer relationships to strengthen customer loyalty, increase referrals and enhance dealer reputation. |
SKILLS
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with boat specifications, maintenance needs, and the differences between various types of boats.
- Ability to analyze market data, boat specifications, and financial information to make informed decisions.
- Self-disciplined, motivated and organized
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in boat/yacht buying, sales, or a related field in the marine industry.
- Strong understanding of the yachting industry, boat types, market trends, and valuation practices.
- Willingness to travel for boat inspections and industry events as needed.
- Relevant certifications or licenses (e.g., marine surveyor, yacht broker) are a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Use the table / checklist below to indicate what is required of this position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Using the rating scale below, indicate how often the following physical activities and environmental conditions are required/present in performing the Essential Job Responsibilities.
C=Constantly | F=Frequently | O=Occasionally | R=Rarely |
(5-8 hrs. /shift) | (2-5 hrs. /sift) | (Up to 2 hrs. /shift) | (Not regular part of job) |
Physical Activities | |||
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods | C | Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers | O |
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another | C | Operating motor vehicle | R |
Communicating with others to exchange information | C | Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned | O |
Hearing | C | Talking | C |
Seeing | C | Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination | C |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Use the table / checklist below to indicate the environmental conditions and physical demands of the position. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How would you best describe the environmental demands for this position? (Check only one)
Environmental Conditions | |||
No adverse environmental conditions expected | X | Poor ventilation | |
Hazardous conditions | Small and/or enclosed spaces | ||
Noisy environments |
How would you best describe the physical demands for this position? (Check only one)
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. (Y/N)
DO NOT MAKE ANY EDITS TO THE BELOW PORTION OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION:
OneWater Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.