Branch Sales Manager

Applied Industrial Technologies; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

401K with company match

Insurance

Time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies is hiring a Branch Sales Manager in Kearney, NE to lead a local team in a field-heavy, B2B sales role. You will manage P&L and build lasting customer relationships across central Nebraska and North Central Kansas, driving growth for a Fortune 1000 industrial distributor.

You will develop your team, hire and train strong performers, and implement sales strategies to meet targets while working on-site with a diverse customer base including industrial, manufacturing,

Qualifications

• 1+ year sales management & leadership experience.
• 2+ yrs B2B outside sales experience with a tangible product.
• Industrial distribution experience a plus.
• Operations and/or P&L experience a plus.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills.
• Written & verbal communication including English grammar.

Responsibilities

• Lead your team with P&L responsibility and drive sales goals.
• Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing B2B customers.
• Spend significant time in the field calling on customers.
• Develop and implement service center sales activities and territory management.
• Identify new customers, market conditions and opportunities.
• Maximize sales and margins while expanding market share.

Skills

Sales leadership

B2B sales

Customer relationships

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

B2B outside sales leaders - take your next career step with a global industrial distribution company. Applied Industrial Technologies' company culture is friendly, fun with healthy competition and rewards. We offer integrity, inclusion, and career advancement. Individual contributorship and ideas are encouraged and welcomed.

We are hiring a results-driven Branch Sales Manager in Kearney, NE. The Kearney territory includes central Nebraska and North Central Kansas.

As a leading industrial distributor (and Fortune 1000 company), we realize we are only as strong as our dedicated team. Selling millions of industrial products to all types of customers takes a special team and that's where you come in.

Why join us?

Applied earned its place as one of the World's Best Employers by Forbes for 2021 as well as the Outstanding Employer Support award from the U.S. Navy. We are a GSA approved vendor.

Applied has been fortunate to retain associates who have built long lasting careers. 25% of our US team has 20+ years of service!

in addition to competitive pay including quarterly and annual bonus opportunities and all the benefits you'd expect from an industry leader (company vehicle, 401K with company match, insurance, time off, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, etc.) we also provide:

• A LASTING CAREER - Career paths are available throughout the country
• Professional development and training
• Team oriented company culture where it's called work for a reason but have fun in the process
• Lead a local team with company backing

What you'll do:

As Branch Sales Manager, you will have P&L responsibility. Lead your team in building value and ongoing relationships with new and existing industrial B2B customers. Much of your time will be in the field, calling on and developing customers. Our diverse customer base includes aggregate. food & beverage, OEMs, schools, hospitals, government, and more.

Develop your team to meet / exceed sales and profit goals by developing a productive, healthy environment where people want to succeed and grow personally and as a team.

• Hire, train, & develop strong performing team players
• Develop, manage & implement service center sales activities & strategies, account assignment & territory management, sales performance goal achievement, margins
• Identify & evaluate new customers, market conditions, opportunities, competitive pressures
• Recommend & implement actions to maximize sales, increase margins, expand market share
• Personal assigned accounts as required

Qualifications:

• 1+ year sales management & leadership experience.
• 2+ yrs B2B outside sales experience with a tangible product.
• Industrial distribution experience a plus
• Operations and/or P&L experience a plus
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills
• Written & verbal communication including English grammar
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record (MVR)
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• This position is not eligible for relocation benefits and is expected to be performed on site.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US. We are not able to offer sponsorship of work visas for this position.

Build a rewarding management career with a global leader in industrial distribution and watch your ideas and input drive what's next for our business!

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Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.