OEM Marine Sales Manager

Overview We are seeking a full-time OEM Marine Sales Manager based in either North or South Carolina. In this role, you will be responsible for being a highly motivated sales professional responsible for developing new retail and OEM sales and cultivating and expanding relationships with Garmin marine and audio dealers. This position will develop, coordinate, present, and implement product training programs to key Garmin customers as needed including Garmin technical dealers and will be an alternate point of contact for many of our partners. In this role, travel is required as this individual will attend major trade shows and periodic regional events as well as support on-site meetings with customers and industry partners. Essential Functions Develop and execute strategies to increase market share and profitsMeet or exceed sales objectives while maintaining acceptable gross marginsEstablish and execute sales plans and sales promotionsWork closely with business partners to develop new programs for OEM, retail and consumer useLeverage product knowledge to create sales strategies attractive to potential dealersDevelop, maintain and share Garmin product knowledge with dealers and OEMSDeliver training seminars to dealer network and coordinate associated training activities with little to no supervision, exercising independent judgement as to how best to meet the individual training needs of the specific customerRemain current on marine industry and technology trendsDevelop a strong rapport with the team to support the marine segments goals which can include working outside of typical territory and or/accounts such as for shows, events, open houses, and trainingsManage large accounts with excellent project skills including distribution, OEM, and national retailersCreate and make sales presentations to prospects and existing accountsPrepare and maintain monthly sales forecastsCommunicate market requirements effectively to product development teamsAttend and coordinate trade showsTravel with little or no supervision which can include immediate territory or any other territory based on team needsMaintain product and pricing knowledge Basic Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND a minimum of 1 year of experience in marine, outdoor recreation, OEM or adjacent industry sales and marketing (including outside sales, retail sales, technical sales or sales into a retail environment) with a proven track record in meeting sales targets OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experienceMust demonstrate proven track record of sales successesDemonstrates a customer service focus with proven experience in relationship building and providing quality customer service experiencesExceptional communication oral/written and interpersonal relationship skillsSuperior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and qualityMust be an articulate and fluent communicator, written and verbal, and at ease with public speakingAbility to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environmentMust possess the ability to maintain flexibility to travel (75% of time or greater) and travel flexes with the season Desired Qualifications Demonstrated experience in managing retail, OEM, distribution channels and/or dealer networksExtensive personal experience in fishing and boatingBusiness to Business sales experienceExperience in audio markets and product knowledgeExcellent product knowledge of communication and navigation systems, sonar, radar, audioDemonstrates a proficient fundamental understanding of Garmin’s core consumer business product linesMarine certifications such as NMEA, ABYC or CMET Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability. This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits