Assistant Sales Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Sales Manager supports the Sales Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the sales department. This role is responsible for driving sales growth, providing excellent customer service, managing inventory, and assisting in the training and development of the sales team. The Assistant Sales Manager will work closely with the management team to ensure that sales targets and operational goals are met while maintaining a high standard of customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties (Most Important to Least Important)

Assist the Sales Manager in developing and executing sales strategies to meet or exceed monthly and annual sales goals.

Monitor daily sales activity and performance metrics, providing coaching and feedback to the sales team to improve results.

Lead and motivate the sales team to ensure a high level of performance and customer service. Foster a positive and collaborative team environment that encourages learning and development.

Train and mentor new sales associates, helping them understand product knowledge, sales techniques, and customer service best practices.

Ensure that the sales team delivers exceptional customer service, building long-term relationships with clients and ensuring their satisfaction. Handle customer inquiries, complaints, and concerns in a professional and timely manner

Collaborate with the inventory team to ensure adequate stock levels of boats, accessories, and related products.

Stay updated on the latest marine products and trends, ensuring that the sales team is knowledgeable and equipped to sell effectively.

Support the Sales Manager with budgeting, forecasting, and planning.

Assist with preparing sales reports and maintaining records of sales transactions, customer information, and inventory.

SKILLS

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• 2-3 years of experience in sales, preferably in the marine industry or retail environment.
• Prior experience in a supervisory or team lead role is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software (Salesforce or similar platforms).
• Solid understanding of marine products, accessories, and boating trends (preferred but not required).

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

F

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another

O

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

O

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…