District Sales Manager

Date: Jul 10, 2026

Location: TX, US, 75201

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Company: Gates Corporation

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Your territory will be Southwest Region. 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 ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with both distributors and end users towards these goals.

You will research customer needs and develop an understanding of their applications, then apply the proper Gates technologies to improve their overall cost of ownership and productivity.

You'll work in collaboration with an amazing group of individuals at Gates, across all business functions.

Key responsibilities:

Own and shape the execution of territory growth strategies for both existing accounts as well as new prospective customers.

Accelerating growth of new Gates products and solutions, driving sustainable growth, margin improvement, and market expansion.

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 training and other technical support, and increasing overall mind share.

Following up on leads (both self-generated and provided through marketing initiatives).

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

8+ 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.

High degree of autonomy to influence cross-functional partners, distributors, and customers to deliver enterprise-level results.

Experience in selling Fluid Power and/or Power Transmission products is highly preferred

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: $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 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued

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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Nearest Major Market: Dallas

Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth