Dealer Development Manager

Job Details:

Job Location:

Twin Vee Power Cats Co.

- Fort Pierce, FL 34982, Dealer Development Manager Position Summary The Dealer Development Manager will be responsible for expanding and managing the domestic and international dealer network, strengthening dealer relationships, assisting with dealership operations, and contributing to product development and strategic growth initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities Dealer Network Development
• Execute nationwide and international dealer territory and distribution strategies for Twin Vee Power Cats and Bahama Boat Works.
• Identify, recruit, evaluate, and onboard new dealers.
• Negotiate and execute dealer agreements in coordination with company leadership.
• Assist dealers with forecasting and ordering inventory through 90 day, quarterly, and annual planning programs to create consistent production flow and operational stability.
• Work with dealers on retail sales growth, inventory management, and market penetration strategies.

Dealer Incentive Programs
• Develop and manage dealer incentive and performance programs.
• Create sales programs and promotions designed to increase dealer inventory purchases and retail customer sales.
• Assist in developing long term dealer profitability and market growth initiatives.

Used Boat Dealership Development Work directly with the CEO to develop and launch the new used boat dealership operation located at the Twin Vee factory.

Including but not limited to:
• Hiring and training commission based sales personnel.
• Acquiring and evaluating used boat inventory.
• Developing the F&I (Finance & Insurance) department.
• Establishing operational systems and dealership SOPs alongside company leadership.
• Creating a profitable and scalable dealership platform with strong operational controls and customer experience standards.

Product Development & Design Committee
• Participate as a member of the Twin Vee/Bahama Design Committee.
• Attend weekly product development and design meetings.
• Provide dealer and customer market feedback to assist with future product development and innovation.

Compensation & Benefits Base Compensation:
Base salary + commission (W 2 employee)
Benefits Include:
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO
• Company paid holidays

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Marine Industry Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of dealer development, territory management, or marine/automotive/powersports industry experience.
• Proven ability to recruit, onboard, and manage dealer networks.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with dealer agreements and incentive programs.
• Knowledge of inventory planning, forecasting, and wholesale distribution.
• Experience with used boat or automotive dealership operations (preferred).
• Strong communication, relationship building, and organizational skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
• Due to the potential need for international travel in this role, a valid U.S. passport is required.