Account Manager / Outside Sales

Applied Industrial Technologies

$90K — $100K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ year outside sales B2B experience; industrial sales is a plus.
  • Strong business development and relationship-building abilities.
  • Mechanical aptitude and a self-starter attitude with a strong desire to succeed.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including English grammar.
  • Proficiency in computer skills, especially Excel.
  • Knowledge of power transmission, hydraulics, and/or bearings products is preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Achieve sales and profit goals by acquiring new customers and retaining existing ones.
  • Conduct sales activities and build strong customer relationships to identify product applications.
  • Prepare and negotiate quotations, proposals, and close transactions successfully.
  • Organize and lead training sessions for customers on product knowledge and services.
  • Monitor market conditions and competitive landscapes.
  • Complete detailed reports on itineraries, expenses, sales calls, and leads.
  • Address customer complaints and manage outstanding orders effectively.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for uncapped monthly commissions and bonuses based on performance.
  • Flexible work environment with a focus on results.
  • Collaboration with diverse industries including construction and government.
  • Professional development through customer training sessions.
  • Dynamic and supportive corporate culture with potential for career advancement.
Full Job Description

We are hiring a full-time creative, results oriented outside sales Account Manager in Commerce, CA.

In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated total compensation for this position is $90,000 - $100,000 per year depending on experience. This includes salary ($45,000 - $55,000) and uncapped monthly commission, and potential bonus opportunities. The bonus opportunities for this position is ted to location and individual performance, but no specific amount is guaranteed.

What you’ll do:

This is an existing territory looking for a great sales leader to build repeat business relationships and open new accounts. Our customer base is as diverse as our product line and includes refineries mining, oil & gas, power plants, construction aggregate, government agencies, and more.

All earnings are uncapped – your income is limited only by your ability to network and prospect for new customers and to grow your existing accounts. Help customers find solutions to their needs. If you can talk with everyone in maintenance, engineering, purchasing, we want to talk with you!

This position reports directly to our General Manager.

  • Achieve sales and profit goals by developing and retaining existing customers and by opening new business
  • Conduct sales and service activities, develop strong ongoing relationships, identify product applications, and introduce new products and services
  • Prepare quotations and proposals, follow up, negotiate terms, and close transactions
  • Organize and conduct training sessions for customers
  • Survey market and competitive conditions
  • Complete reports regarding itineraries, expenses, sales calls, leads, and other related matters
  • Monitor customer complaints, follow up on outstanding orders, and make emergency calls and deliveries as required

Qualifications

  • 1+ year outside sales B2B experience. Industrial sales experience a plus
  • Ability to develop new business, building repeat customer relationships
  • Mechanical aptitude, self starter with a strong desire to succeed, & sense of humor
  • Written and verbal communication skills including English grammar
  • Computer skills and knowledge, including Excel
  • Power transmission, hydraulics, and/or bearings product experience/knowledge preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record (MVR)

  • 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.

Join Applied, a global leader in industrial distribution and take your career to the next step! For immediate consideration, apply now.

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