General Manager

Applied Industrial Technologies; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies, a global industrial distributor, seeks a Branch Manager to drive P&L results and lead inside and outside sales teams. You will oversee field operations and align sales career development with strategic objectives for a diverse customer base.

You will hire, train, and mentor high-performing teams, ensuring top customer relations and growth across industries. This role emphasizes leadership by example, coaching, and results in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years proven B2B outside industrial sales experience
• Leadership experience, team building
• Strong written & verbal communication & English grammar skills
• Bearings and/or power transmission sales experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead Inside and Outside Sales team under Regional Manager
• Develop and coach Account Managers and field personnel
• Manage service center activities, profitability, growth, and promotions
• Identify new customers and market opportunities, expand market share
• Create a positive, dynamic, and fun work environment

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Coaching and mentoring

P&L management

Sales development

Project management

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

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
• Bearings and/or power transmission sales experiencea plus

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.