Now Hiring - Boater's World - Professional Services BDC/Sales Manager in Bradenton, FL

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Description: Boater's World Marine Centers is seeking a motivated and results-driven BDC / Sales Manager to lead and oversee sales operations at our Bradenton dealership. This is a hands-on leadership role combining traditional sales management with strong lead accountability and follow-up oversight, ensuring the sales team is working every opportunity to its full potential. If you have a background in marine, automotive, or RV sales--and enjoy coaching teams, closing deals, and making sure every lead is followed up with --this could be a great fit. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee the dealership's day-to-day sales operations and business development efforts. * Monitor and ensure consistent lead follow-up across all channels--web, phone, and walk-ins. * Actively engage in the sales process, including desking, negotiating, and closing deals. * Train and develop sales consultants to meet performance goals and improve customer experience. * Hold team members accountable for CRM usage, lead response times, and follow-up frequency. * Coordinate closely with the F&I department to streamline deal flow and maximize profitability. * Analyze sales and lead metrics to identify opportunities and track performance. * Collaborate with marketing to support lead generation strategies and customer outreach efforts. * Foster a customer-first culture that promotes satisfaction, retention, and referrals. * Support showroom operations, inventory management, and dealership events as needed. Requirements: * 3+ years in a sales leadership role at a marine, automotive, or RV dealership. * Strong understanding of lead management, CRM systems, and digital follow-up processes. * Track record of team leadership, accountability enforcement, and sales growth. * Skilled in desking deals, closing, and customer negotiation. * Highly organized and proficient in Microsoft Office and dealership software. * Knowledge of boats and marine products is a plus, but not required. * Self-motivated, energetic, and committed to team success.