General Manager

Applied Industrial Technologies

$75K — $105K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ year sales management and leadership experience
  • 2+ years B2B outside sales experience with a tangible product
  • Industrial distribution experience is a plus
  • Operations and/or P&L experience is a plus
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Responsibilities

  • Lead a sales team in building relationships with B2B industrial customers
  • Hire, train, and develop a strong performing team
  • Manage and implement sales strategies and performance goals
  • Identify and evaluate new customer opportunities
  • Recommend actions to maximize sales and increase margins
  • Personal account management as required

Benefits

  • Competitive pay with quarterly and annual bonus opportunities
  • Company vehicle provided
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development and training
  • Team-oriented culture with a balance of work and fun
  • Opportunities for career advancement across the country
Full Job Description
We are hiring a results-driven Branch Sales Manager in Bakerfield, CA. The Bakerfield territory includes a 120 mile radius around Bakersfield.

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.

in addition to competitive pay includingquarterly 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


In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated total compensation for this position is $75,000 - $105,000 per year depending on experience. This includes salary ($65,000 - $75,000) and uncapped monthly commission, and potential bonus opportunities. The bonus opportunities for this position are tied to location and/or individual performance, but no specific amount is guaranteed.

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 customer base is as diverse as our product line and includes mining, food production, energy, power plants, construction, aggregate, government agencies, 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! Apply now for immediate consideration.

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