Area Manager

Business manager professionalstake your next career step with a global industrial distribution company that combines strategic business & salesleadershipwith P&L responsibility.

Spencer Fluid Power, a subsidiary of Applied Industrial Technologies (a Fortune 1000 company) is the largest stocking industrial distributor in North America with a customer focused organization, providingvalue added services through consultative sales and application knowledge to demonstrate tangible ROI for our customers.

Applied Industrial Technologies company culture is friendly, fun with healthy competition and rewards. We offer integrity, inclusion, and career advancement. Individual contributorship and ideas are encouraged and welcomed.

We realize we are only as strong as our dedicated team. Sellinga broad range of hydraulic pumps, valves, motors, and cylindersto all types of customers takes a special team and that's where you come in.

Why join us?

Applied earned its place as one of the Worlds Best Employers by Forbes for 2021 as well as the Outstanding Employer Support award from the U.S. Navy. We are a GSA approved vendor.

Applied has been fortunate to retain associates who have built long lasting careers. 25% of our US team has 20+yearsof service!

in addition tocompetitive pay includingannualbonus opportunitiesand all the benefits youd expect from an industry leader (company vehicle,401K with company match, insurance, time off, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, etc.) we also provide:

• Health, vision, dental, 401k with company match, vacation, tuition reimbursement
• A LASTING CAREER Career paths are available in sales or management throughout the country
• Professional development and training
• A local support team partnership to provide customers with stellar service

What youll do:

As an Area Manager, you will lead all business initiatives in our Yakima and Vancouver locations. You will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical business leadership in the development and execution of the business including sales and operations strategy.

This position is headquartered in Yakima or Vancouver / Portland.

• Develop, lead, and implement the regions P&L programs, strategic & tactical activities for multiple locations
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with the sellers in the region to include creation of meaningful seller plans and funnel management
• Manage and grow existing and new customer opportunities using company business processes and cadence.
• Manage all aspects of the region to meet customer needs and company profitability goals in headcount, inventory, margin, and net income
• Hire, train, & develop strong performing team players.
• Prepare management reports and presentations asrequired
• Leadership by example. Create a positive, dynamic, and fun work environment

Qualifications

An Area Manager brings credibility through performance, professional qualifications, and leadership skills as well as leading by example.

• 2+ yrs operations, forecasting and/or P&Lexperience
• 1+ yr B2B industrial salesexperience.
• 2+ yrs management / leadershipexperienceto build and retain highly motivated performance teams
• High school diplomarequired. Bachelors degreepreferred
• Written and verbal communication, presentation, and organizational skills with all levels of internal and external organizations
• Mechanical aptitude. Hydraulic and/or fluid power knowledge a plus
• Systems proficiency in ERP and computer related systems
• Valid drivers license and clean driving record (MVR)
• Ability to travel 50% of the time as needed

If you love building business teams & results, apply now for immediate consideration!

In accordance with applicable wage transparency law requirements, the typical estimated pay range for this position in Vancouver or Yakima WA is$80,000 -$110,000/year depending onexperience, plus an annual bonus opportunity. Bonus amounts are tied to location and company performance and historically have generally been between$0 $20,000 per year, though no specific amount is guaranteed.

As the worlds largest fluid power distributor, the Applied Fluid Power network of companies provide dedicated fluid power support and custom designed solutions that meet customer performance goals and keep industry running.Capabilities include system integration, manifold design, machining and assembly, electronic controls, fabrication, fluid filtration, programming, high speed hose assembly, engineering, repair services, and more. Additionally, Applied Fluid Power has one of the largest teams of Certified Fluid Power Specialists, Certified Electronic Control Specialists and Certified Fluid Power Mechanics to assist with problem solving, system building, troubleshooting, and other custom requirements.

Applied Fluid Power is a part of Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), a leading value-added distributorand 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.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability.

Nearest Major Market:Seattle

Nearest Secondary Market:Yakima

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