Sales Development Representative - Yacht Brokerage
Sales Development Representative
Oaksmith Yachts LLC — Seattle, WA
About Oaksmith Yachts
Oaksmith Yachts is a Seattle-based yacht brokerage operating on the water at 1900 W Nickerson St. We represent premium new builds and quality brokerage listings, and we work with established marine brands across the Pacific Northwest. We’re looking for a driven, hands-on Sales Development Representative to own the front end of our sales pipeline and support the full brokerage cycle.
The Role
This is a full-spectrum sales and marketing role for someone who can qualify leads, run campaigns, support deals from first contact through close, and keep our fleet and listings in top shape. You’ll work independently with reasonable direction, set your own methods, and have real ownership over how the work gets done. The position is structured as an independent contractor engagement with an initial one-year term.
What You’ll Do
Sales & Brokerage
- Handle inbound sales and qualify leads
- Develop and execute lead generation strategy
- Support the full brokerage sales cycle, from listing to close
- Manage listings, contracts, and CRM organization (HubSpot)
Marketing & Outreach
- Run Google Ads, YouTube Ads, and social media
- Develop applications, mailers, and digital campaigns
- Assist with print advertisements, brochures, and boat show displays
- Plan and execute events
- Manage and update the website
- Co-market with partner brands
- Conduct journalist outreach and build networks for joint marketing opportunities
Operations
- Draft templates, manage contacts, and build automation
- Move, prepare, maintain, and clean boats as needed
- Other duties that support the sales and brokerage operation
What We’re Looking For
- A self-starter who can work independently and own outcomes
- Strong sales instincts and comfort with both inbound qualification and full-cycle brokerage
- Marketing range — digital campaigns, ads, social, events, and content
- CRM proficiency (HubSpot experience a plus)
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Willingness to get hands-on with the fleet (moving, prep, cleaning)
- Interest in or knowledge of boats, yachts, and the marine industry preferred
Compensation
- Competitive base compensation
- SDR commission on qualified new boat sales generated through your efforts
- Brokerage commission on closed deals under a standard co-op split structure
- Paid as an independent contractor (you are responsible for your own taxes; no employee benefits)
Terms
- Independent contractor engagement, initial one-year term
- Based in Seattle, WA
- Standard confidentiality, non-solicitation, and IP assignment terms apply
To Apply
Send a resume and a brief note about why you’re a fit to ben@oaksmithyachts.com.