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Industrial Business Manager

Job Locations US-MI-Detroit | US-IN-Indianapolis  | US-OH-Cincinnati
Job ID
2026-20349

Overview

The Industrial Business Manager is responsible for leading sales and business development strategies across a designated Industrial Business District. This role is accountable for achieving revenue, profit, and growth objectives through the effective leadership of a team of Industrial Account Managers and Industrial Sales Managers.
The successful candidate will develop strategic customer relationships, drive district-level sales and marketing initiatives, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. This leader will coach, mentor, and develop sales talent while delivering customer-focused solutions that drive long-term business success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a team of 8–20+ Industrial Account Managers, with support from Industrial Sales Managers.
• Drive district sales performance to achieve or exceed revenue, profit, and growth targets.
• Develop and execute district-level sales and marketing strategies that support overall business unit objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with strategic customers at all levels, from executive leadership to operational and end-user stakeholders.
• Identify customer needs and provide value-based solutions that strengthen customer partnerships and drive business growth.
• Collaborate with key decision-makers, buying groups, and tool users to position products, services, and solutions effectively.
• Analyze market trends, competitive activity, and customer opportunities to develop strategic business plans.
• Coach and mentor team members to improve sales effectiveness, customer engagement, and professional development.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required, Masters degree preferred
  • May manage 8 to 20+ remote associates
  • Exceptional communication and team building
  • Successful record of increasing responsibility
  • Strong sales strategizing and Long Range Planning (LRP) familiarity
  • Excellent written & verbal skills
  • Impeccable personal presentation and executive office etiquette
  • Valid driver’s license with impeccable driving record
  • Solid knowledge of Traditional industrial marketplace or specific segment such as Government, Education, etc. will be required.
  • Min of 3-5 years (prefer 5+yrs.) outside sales experience is required, preferably in an Industrial or Tool market
  • Must have 3-5 years supervisory experience managing remote outside remote sales force or similar group & successfully managed large projects
  • Must hold all credentials or requirements needed for assigned customer accounts
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite products
  • Travel 60% (some overnight)

Competencies

  • Supports and practices safety in the workplace
  • Integrity
  • Strong leadership skills; ability to direct and develop others
  • Adaptability

Average range $95,000-$ 105,000 annually with additional bonus opportunities. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, location, & other factors.

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran. 

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