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SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

District Sales Manager - Fluid Handling Solutions

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Have 3–5 years of proven field sales leadership experience.
  • Have a four-year college degree or equivalent experience.
  • Have at least 5 years of supervisory or management experience.
  • Use delegation effectively.
  • Analyze business potential and economic conditions within the district.
  • Recognize, hire, and promote talented employees.
  • Have experience in sales training and coaching.
  • Have extensive product and market knowledge.
  • Drive to multiple locations and customer sites.
  • Travel within the district by air or ground.

Responsibilities

  • Coach and mentor employees to support excellence and promotability.
  • Oversee or directly supervise employee training, reviews, coaching, and terminations.
  • Monitor competitors and market changes within the territory.
  • Support and implement company policies and philosophies.
  • Set goals and motivate employees to achieve strong performance.
  • Create a supportive work environment and empower employees to make informed decisions.
  • Hold employees accountable and ensure they remain engaged in productive activities consistent with business objectives.
  • Provide ongoing performance reviews and constructive feedback to Field Sales staff to support team development.
  • Develop the annual forecast and business plan for the region.
  • Manage the financial health of branch operations within the district.
  • Work with corporate managers to oversee branch Sales and Marketing, Warehouse, Collections, Purchasing, and Administration functions.
  • Develop relationships with personnel, key customers, and vendors.
  • Recruit, select, and hire employees for all district positions.
  • Use entertainment prudently to build relationships.
  • Communicate company vision and direction, and reinforce employees’ value and opportunities.
  • Maintain a positive atmosphere and morale within the district.
  • Meet or exceed sales and gross-margin goals for the personal territory.
  • Evaluate business potential within the territory and focus on appropriate accounts.
  • Develop and update written territory sales strategies consistent with the annual forecast and company sales philosophy.
  • Prepare and submit a weekly sales call plan to the Regional Sales Manager, targeting at least five sales calls per day.
  • Establish, develop, and maintain multiple customer relationships within each account.
  • Allocate most selling time to developing new business while maintaining existing business.
  • Document customer contacts and sales activities at least three times per week.
  • Communicate regularly with Inside Sales, the Regional Sales Manager, and other team members about territory strategy and problem resolution.
  • Support a positive, enthusiastic team approach to sales.
  • Establish and update appropriate discount profiles for territory accounts.
  • Continuously improve product and sales skills and market and application knowledge.
  • Understand market dynamics and monitor economic developments.
  • Maintain professionalism.

About the Company

SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

SunSource distributes fluid power components and systems to OEMs, MROs, and mobile industrial equipment users. It provides design and engineering support, supply chain optimization, productivity solutions, value-added services, and repair capabilities. The products are delivered through a national network with strong local presence, combining technical expertise with customer service to offer cost-effective, maintenance-reducing solutions. SunSource differentiates itself through its long track record (85+ years), comprehensive engineering and repair services, and a focus on helping customers boost productivity while lowering operating costs. The company aims to deliver high-quality products and services, foster growth for its associates and partners, and build lasting customer relationships through technical support and reliable service.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Windsor, CA
Founded
2001

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