Account Manager

Our company culture is friendly, fun with healthy competition and rewards. At Engineered Sales (ESI), as a member of Applied Fluid Power, we offer integrity, inclusion, and career advancement. Individual contributors and ideas are encouraged and welcomed.

We are hiring a Fluid Power Outside Sales Representative/Account Manager to cover the greater St. Louis area territory for our Engineered Sales business.

Fluid power is commonly seen in markets that include packaging, mining, offshore/marine, medical, material handling, construction, aerospace, automation, robotics, and entertainment.

Our Fluid power systems are comprised of a myriad of components, including pumps, cylinders, valves, hose, fittings and much more. Applied Industrial Technologies/Applied Fluid Power is seeking an Account Manager where you will establish and expand relationships with current and prospective customers. As the primary knowledge base, you'll directly impact our customers and the bottom line.

Why join us?

There is a reason Applied Industrial Technologies 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 competitive compensation package, local territory, 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 in sales, operations, or management.

• Professional development and training
• Great work/life balance

What you'll do:

• Confer with customers and factory representatives to assess equipment needs based on application requirements.
• Achieve sales and profit goals by developing existing customers, opening new business, and customer retention.
• Conduct sales and service activities, develop strong customer relationships, identify product applications, and introduce new products and services.
• Prepare quotes and proposals, follow up and negotiate terms, and close transactions.

We Seek:

• Industrial Outside sales experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a desire to learn.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proven experience maintaining existing customer base while developing new business.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of the practical application of pumps-hoses-fittings-hydraulics, pneumatics is a bonus but not required.

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.

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.