Trade in Specialist
Arc
What we’re building
Every idea starts with a problem. Ours was simple: Boats are special — but they’re loud, pollutant, unreliable, and stuck in the past. Gas-powered boats dominate not because they’re great, but because no better option has existed. Until now.
Arc is here to change that. We’re building 100% electric boats from the ground up — quicker, quieter, easier to maintain, and better for the water they ride on. We’re not just swapping gas for batteries. We’re rethinking every detail on the boat — from propulsion and powertrain to software and ownership model — applying first-principles engineering from aerospace and EVs to deliver a better boating experience.
Electric boats haven’t taken over yet. The tech hasn’t been ready. The talent hasn’t been focused here. That’s our opportunity — and we’re moving fast.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details.
This is a full-time, on-site role at our Los Angeles headquarters. You’ll report to the Finance Lead and work closely with a lean, high-trust team where everyone’s work matter
Core responsibilities
- Managing the end-to-end Arc Boat Company trade-in program to accelerate new boat sales and enhance customer acquisition
- Evaluating trade-in vessels and maintaining current market knowledge to establish competitive and profitable valuation standards
- Coordinating with prospective customers throughout the trade-in process, from initial assessment through final transaction completion
- Partnering with wholesalers, consignment dealers, and industry networks to efficiently liquidate used boat inventory
- Developing strategic initiatives and operational improvements to scale and optimize the trade-in program for future growth
- Supporting all other revenue operations efforts, including reviewing and creating purchase agreements, helping schedule boat deliveries, and facilitating any additional activities that drive revenue generation at Arc
Basic qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in boat sales, marine retail, or boat dealership operations with demonstrated knowledge of vessel types, specifications, and market dynamics
- Deep fluency in recreational boating, with specific expertise in wake/ski boats and center consoles, including a comprehensive understanding of boat brands, models, engines, features, and comparative market positioning
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities for managing customer expectations and broker/dealer relationships
- Multi-location or regional dealership experience with exposure to diverse boat markets and inventory management across multiple sites
Bonus qualifications
- Knowledge of boat transport and logistics coordination
- Background in wholesale auction platforms or online boat marketplaces such as experience with Manheim, ADESA marine auctions, or digital platforms like Boat Trader Pro
- Marine surveying experience or certification such as SAMS or NAMS credentials
- Comfortable pushing at a fast but sustainable pace
- Enthusiasm for boating and the water
At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.
Our values
We move with urgency and build with care. We value these five things above all else:
- Ownership over both your work and the company’s success
- Empathy for colleagues and for customers
- Humility in problem solving and collaboration
- Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly
- Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, and perspectives.
We want people who share and embody these values. It is vital that our values align - we’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.
What we offer
We don’t think great work happens by accident. We invest in the people building Arc — because when you’re supported, you do your best work.
- Salary: $110,000
- Ownership – Equity in Arc
- 99% employer-paid health coverage – Medical, dental, and vision
- Arc Water Fund – Annual stipend to get out on the water, however you choose
- Captain Training – Get certified to take the boat out with friends and family
- 401(k) access – Plan your future
- Semi-annual bonuses – Tied to your impact, not just your tenure
- Daily team lunches, snacks, and good coffee while onsite
- Parental leave – Because family comes first
- Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.
- A chance to define the future of boating
- The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work
Hope to hear from you soon!
The Crew at Arc