General Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + bonus opportunities

Company vehicle

Health, vision & dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies, a global industrial distribution company, seeks a Branch Manager in Fairmont, WV. You will lead a combined Inside and Outside Sales team with P&L responsibility, directing field-based customer development and strategic sales initiatives to drive growth and service excellence.

The role focuses on coaching, mentoring, and hands-on leadership across diverse customer segments, with focus on field calls, account development, and team performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years proven B2B outside industrial sales experience.
• Leadership experience and team-building.
• Strong written and verbal communication and English grammar.
• Ability to learn new processes and systems quickly.
• Problem solving, multi-tasking, urgency, sense of humor.
• Solid computer skills.
• Valid driver''s license and clean driving record.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bears and/or power transmission sales experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Hire, train, & develop strong performing team players. Champion leadership competencies.
• Lead training for sales expertise & product knowledge. Ensure high customer relations & satisfaction.
• 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.
• Leadership by example Create a positive, dynamic, and fun work environment.

Skills

B2B outside sales

Leadership

Communication skills

English proficiency

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sales manager professionals-don't pass up this opportunity for a great new career with a global industrial distribution company that combines salesleadershipwith P&L responsibility. Applied is an industry-leading value-added distributor of a wide variety of innovative, quality industrial products. Since 1923, we have been committed to always having the right part in stock and always getting it to the customer when they need it.

Responsibilities

As Branch Manager, you will have P&L responsibility allowing you to showcase not only yoursales development, strategic planning, administrativeandproject managementskills, but also yourcoaching and mentoringabilities. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will lead the Inside and Outside Sales team. If you relish the idea of serving industrial B2B customers through everything, from hands-on operational duties, to salesmanship and team motivation efforts, this could be the perfect career choice for you!

Much of your time will be in the field, calling on and developing customers both personally and coaching Account Managers. Our diverse customer base includes agriculture, food, aggregate, mining, manufacturing, schools, hospitals, government, and more.

Manage overall service center activities including profitability & growth, inside & outside sales & service, programs & activities related to product promotions, office & warehouse functions. Service Center P&L responsibility, top and bottom line.

• Hire, train, & develop strong performing team players. Champion leadership competencies
• Lead training for sales expertise & product knowledge. Ensure high customer relations & satisfaction
• 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
• Leadership by example Create a positive, dynamic, and fun work environment

Requirements

• 3+ years proven B2B outside industrial sales experience, calling on front office & plant personnel
• Leadership experience, team building. Industrial sales / sales management exp preferred
• Strong written & verbal communication & English grammar skills
• Ability / desire to quickly learn new processes and systems
• Problem solving, multi-tasking, sense of urgency, sense of humor
• Solid computer skills
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record (MVR)
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bears and/or power transmission sales experience a plus

Benefits

• Base salary and bonus opportunities. Company vehicle
• Health, vision, and dental coverage
• 401(k) w/ company match
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, tuition reimbursementPersonalized training and development program
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Build a rewarding management career with a global leader in industrial distribution!

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Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

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.