Account Manager

Account Manager

Join to apply for the Account Manager role at Applied Maintenance Supplies & Solutions
. This position offers an immediate impact on customers, company performance, and earnings. It is ideal for a strong outside sales representative who thrives in consultative sales and has knowledge of industrial products.

• Report directly to the District Sales Manager.
• Build a territory and grow earnings by developing repeat business relationships in existing accounts and opening new business.
• Use handheld technology to manage customers’ inventory and sell new products.
• Call on engineers, maintenance, purchasing and others using a consultative selling approach to learn about customers’ applications and needs.
• Maintain current customers while prospecting new opportunities.
• Prepare quotations and proposals, follow up and negotiate terms, and close transactions.
• Conduct product demonstration sessions for customers; survey market and competitive conditions.
• Complete reports regarding itineraries, expenses, sales calls, leads and other related reports.

• Minimum of 1 year B2B sales experience, route sales and/or developing new business and managing a territory.
• Industrial/MRO experience or background is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Basic Word, Excel, and computer skills; SAP a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Not eligible for relocation benefits; position performed on site.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the US; no sponsorship of work visas.

• Hands‑on product demonstrations for customers and prospects; mechanical aptitude.
• Self‑starter and self‑motivated.
• Relationship‑building skills at all levels with customers and prospect organizations.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

You’ll receive rewards and resources to fulfill you both professionally and personally. In addition to competitive pay including bonus opportunities and all benefits a industry leader provides (
401K, insurance, time off, employee assistance, etc.), you will also enjoy:

• Solid existing account base.
• Professional development, training and tuition reimbursement.
• Great work/life balance.
• A lasting career: career paths in sales, operations or management nationwide.

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.

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.