SEEKING A SALES DIRECTOR-CHICAGO/ILLINOIS MARKET~

We are hiring a Sales Director in Chicago, IL. The primary focus of this position is to generate sustainable, profitable growth by providing technical support and leadership to the outside sales team and customers.

FCX Performance/Corrosion Fluid Products/an Applied Industrial Technologies company is the premier distributor of highly engineered products and lifecycle services to OEM customers across diverse industrial and process end markets.

As a Sales Director, you will spend your timemanaging a team of sales reps in a local marketplace. You will be responsible for the overall productivity and effectiveness of the sales organization; implementing and managing the sales forecasting.

Why join us?

There is a reason Applied Industrial has been named a Best Workplace 20 times. Applied has earned the Outstanding Employer Support award from the US Navy, and we are a GSA approved vendor.You will receive rewards and resources to fulfill you both professionally and personally.

In addition to a base pay, bonus plan, expenses and all the benefits you would expect from an industry leader (401K, insurance, time off, employee assistance, etc.) you will also enjoy:

• A LASTING CAREER: Career paths are available.
• Professional development and training.
• Great work/life balance.

We seek:

• Strong leadership/management skill set; proven track record of leading and developing Sales teams; Business acumen and strategic approach.
• Technical/mechanical capacity/aptitude.
• Experience in flow control industry: working knowledge of instrumentation, valves, and calibration services.
• Experience in outside sales/selling role within the industrial marketplace.
• Computer proficiency including MS office-P-21 a bonus.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Bachelor99s Degreepreferred,equivalent experience may be substituted for
  degree requirement.

Join a leader in the industrial marketplace! We look forward to learning more about you--Apply today for immediate consideration!
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In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated total compensation for this position is $125,000.00-$175,000.00. This includes a base salary between $110,000-$150,000 first year, depending on experience and commission incentive opportunities.

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.