Branch Sales Manager

Position Overview

Branch Sales Manager in Ft. Worth, TX.

Applied Industrial Technologies is a Fortune 1000 industrial distributor. We have been named one of the World’s Best Employers by Forbes (2021) and receive the Outstanding Employer Support award from the U.S. Navy. We are a GSA approved vendor that values integrity, inclusion, and career advancement.

• Competitive pay with quarterly and annual bonus opportunities and a company vehicle
• 401(k) with company match, insurance, time off, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, and other industry‑standard benefits
• A lifelong career with opportunities for advancement across the country
• Professional development and training
• Team‑oriented culture that emphasizes work‑life balance and enjoyment
• Lead a local team with full company support

As Branch Sales Manager you will have P&L responsibility and lead your team in building value and ongoing relationships with new and existing industrial B2B customers. You will spend much of your time in the field, calling on and developing customers across diverse industries such as aggregate, food & beverage, paper, OEMs, schools, hospitals, government, and more.

• Hire, train, and develop strong performers
• Develop, manage, and implement service center sales activities and strategies, account assignment & territory management, sales performance goal achievement, and margin improvement
• Identify and evaluate new customers, market conditions, opportunities, and competitive pressures
• Recommend and implement actions to maximize sales, increase margins, and expand market share
• Manage personally assigned accounts as required

• 1+ year sales management & leadership experience
• 2+ years B2B outside sales experience with a tangible product
• Industrial distribution experience a plus
• Operations and/or P&L experience a plus
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication (including English grammar)
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (MVR)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Not eligible for relocation benefits; position performed on site
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship of work visas is not offered

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer and 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.

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, and automation technologies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through multi‑channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.