District Sales Manager
Grain & Protein Technologies
Location: Assumption, IL 62510, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Friday, 28 August 2026
Valid Through: Sunday, 27 September 2026
Job Description
Grain & Protein Technologies is hiring a District Sales Manager in Assumption, IL. This is a full-time position.
The District Sales Manager (DSM) is an individual contributor responsible for delivering $20-$40M in annual revenue within a defined set of accounts and/or geographic region. One of the regional territories will be Arkansas, Texas, and surrounding area. Other regional territory will be Michigan, Minnesota, and Canada. This role is highly execution-focused, driving growth through new product adoption, dealer development, and increased share of wallet across a diverse network of 20-40 dealers and/or commercial contractors.
The DSM partners closely with dealers ranging from small independent operators to large, multi-location organizations. Success in this role requires disciplined execution, strong relationship management, and the ability to translate strategy into measurable results in the field.
The DSM reports to a Sales Manager and plays a key role in supporting broader regional and national sales objectives.
Your Impact & Responsibilities
Territory Execution & Revenue Delivery
Dealer Management & Development
Execute Growth Strategies
Your Experience and Qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
Workplace and Travel
This position is classified as remote/field-based, with travel within designated territory to meet with dealers, commercial contractors, end users, and internal teams. Occasional travel to manufacturing and engineering sites is required. Expected travel to be 50% - 80%. One of the regional territories will be Arkansas, Texas, and surrounding area. Other regional territory will be Michigan, Minnesota, and Canada.
Why Join Us
About Grain & Protein Technologies
Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative solutions for grain storage, handling, and conditioning, as well as poultry, egg, and swine production systems. With operations in over 100 countries and 19 manufacturing facilities, we proudly serve farmers, agribusinesses, and commercial contractors who build the infrastructure that feeds the world.
Join us as we redefine service and partnership in the commercial grain market. Apply now to build what feeds the world. Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.
The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands - GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of "Feeding the World Better", Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.
The DSM partners closely with dealers ranging from small independent operators to large, multi-location organizations. Success in this role requires disciplined execution, strong relationship management, and the ability to translate strategy into measurable results in the field.
The DSM reports to a Sales Manager and plays a key role in supporting broader regional and national sales objectives.
Your Impact & Responsibilities
Territory Execution & Revenue Delivery
- Own and deliver revenue targets of $20-$40M within an assigned territory
- Maintain a disciplined operating cadence to track performance, identify gaps, and drive corrective action
- Provide accurate forecasting, pipeline visibility, and performance tracking
- Use data to prioritize activities and improve decision-making
- Deliver consistent communication on territory performance, risks, and opportunities
Dealer Management & Development
- Manage a portfolio of 20-40 dealers, balancing attention across varying size and capability levels
- Build strong, trust-based relationships with dealer principals, sales teams, and key decision-makers
- Improve dealer performance through consistent engagement, coaching, and alignment to company priorities
- Support annual dealer planning, including goal setting, growth initiatives, and performance expectations
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard new dealers aligned with strategic territory needs
- Ensure new dealers are effectively onboarded and positioned for success
Execute Growth Strategies
- Identify and execute opportunities to increase product penetration within existing dealers
- Analyze dealer performance to uncover gaps and growth opportunities
- Drive accountability with dealers to expand their commitment and results
- New Product Adoption
- Lead in-territory rollout and adoption of new products
- Ensure dealers are trained, equipped, and actively promoting new offerings
- Provide structured field feedback to improve product-market fit and execution
Your Experience and Qualifications
- 5+ years of sales or territory management experience
- Proven ability to manage and grow a multi-million-dollar territory
- Experience working with dealer or distribution networks strongly preferred
- Strong business acumen with the ability to engage both small operators and larger, more complex organizations
- Excellent communication, relationship management, and organizational skills
Compensation and Benefits
- Base Salary: $90, 000 - $110, 000 annually, plus sales-based commission.
(Compensation depends on experience, territory performance, and technical capability.) - Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Life and supplemental insurance options
- Flexible and hybrid work options where available
Workplace and Travel
This position is classified as remote/field-based, with travel within designated territory to meet with dealers, commercial contractors, end users, and internal teams. Occasional travel to manufacturing and engineering sites is required. Expected travel to be 50% - 80%. One of the regional territories will be Arkansas, Texas, and surrounding area. Other regional territory will be Michigan, Minnesota, and Canada.
Why Join Us
- Be part of a company that is transforming the grain industry through reliability, speed, and innovation.
- Help shape how we serve dealers, commercial builders, farmers, and Co-Op customers, improving coordination and trust in every project.
- Contribute to our Purpose: Feeding the World Better by enabling safer, more efficient, and more profitable grain systems.
- Work within a "Winners Win" culture that values teamwork, accountability, and balanced success for employees, customers, and owners.
About Grain & Protein Technologies
Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of innovative solutions for grain storage, handling, and conditioning, as well as poultry, egg, and swine production systems. With operations in over 100 countries and 19 manufacturing facilities, we proudly serve farmers, agribusinesses, and commercial contractors who build the infrastructure that feeds the world.
Join us as we redefine service and partnership in the commercial grain market. Apply now to build what feeds the world. Grain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production. Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.
The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands - GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of "Feeding the World Better", Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.
Education Requirements
high school
Skills
Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.
Benefits
Please see the job description for benefits.
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