District Sales Manager

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

POSITION SUMMARY

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team as a District Sales
Manager. You will be working remotely out of your home office and will be responsible for traveling to and selling Gates products throughout the assigned territory. You will be responsible for selling and promoting the Gates Fluid
Power and Power Transmission product lines.

• Your territory will be Baltimore, Maryland, Delaware and Northern Virginia.

Your goals will include meeting or exceeding an annual sales quota along with achieving specific strategic initiatives which align with higher level organizational goals.

• You'll use a consultative selling approach, your technical expertise, and
• You will research customer needs and develop an understanding of their
• You'll work in collaboration with an amazing group of individuals at Gates,

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing and executing growth strategies for both existing accounts as well

Accelerating growth of new Gates products and solutions.
Pursuing opportunities to expand our business in new markets.
Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of industry trends and technical
developments within our target markets.

• Making regular sales calls to pursue and discuss opportunities, providing
• Following up on leads (both self-generated and provided through marketing

Timely and accurate utilization of our CRM systems.
Developing and maintaining short, mid, and long-term sales plans.
Communicating high value sales activity to contribute to effective product
and service planning.
Providing top-quality, Gates customer service for all clients and prospects.
Monitoring and communicating competitive activities to identify opportunities
and/or countermeasures.

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED SKILLS

3 years of progressive sales experience or equivalent industry knowledge
High school degree or equivalent work experience is required. College degree
in a business or engineering field is preferred.

• Experience in selling Fluid Power and/or Power Transmission products is

Firm understanding of the MRO business is preferred
CRM experience is preferred
Must be proficient with the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word,

Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to drive long distances for extended periods of time
Relocation is not provided
Travel required for this position is 50-70%
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company
sponsorship.

PAY & BENEFITS

Full-Time
Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 + Sales Incentive Plan
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:
benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire

• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2

401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

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