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Regional Sales Manager

A.O. Smith • Appleton, WI • 20h ago

Date: Feb 6, 2026

Location(s):

Appleton, WI, US, 54914

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Business Unit: NAWT

Hybrid, Onsite or Remote: Remote

Primary Function

The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) role specializes in business development by growing A. O. Smith Water Treatment's customer base and developing current customers via in-field support, training, and coaching of best practices. The RSM is to be a trusted advisor to our customers for all facets of their business from lead generation to post sale support. The RSM will leverage A. O. Smith Water Treatment's resources and value-added programs to drive success and loyalty within their assigned market and gather voice of customer feedback to assist in the creation of new programs and solutions to tackle future water or business challenges. The RSM will exclusively focus and work within A. O. Smith Water Treatment's Wholesale Channel and support the specific brands aligned to that channel. We offer our customers unique brands, products, programs, and support to help them become respected experts within their served communities. The RSM will bridge the gap between A. O. Smith Water Treatment and the customer to ensure mutual sustained success in tackling their market's water challenges and opportunities.

This is a remote position in our east central territory and looking for a candidate to be based out of one of these states: Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, or Ohio.

Responsibilities

Work with the National Sales Channel Manager to understand initiatives and develop a plan of action that supports the goals of the territory

Develop a strong understanding of our wholesale brands, products and go-to-market strategies

Call on users and prospective users of water treatment products to influence the purchases of A. O. Smith Water Treatment's equipment and services

Attend and support industry and customer events in your assigned region

Meet sales and expense objectives outlined in the annual budget

Take part in planning sessions to gauge progress, overcome challenges and review opportunities

Follow up on leads, inquiries, and customer issues in a timely manner

Qualifications

3 years of water treatment or related experience desired

Solid Understanding of wholesalers, rep agencies and contractor businesses

WQA Certification is a plus

Travel 75% of the time

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams as well as Salesforce or similar CRM tools

Technical aptitude and strong business acumen

Comfortable and willing to speak on camera and to live groups

Valid driver's license and own a vehicle capable of supporting travel efforts throughout territory

Ability to plan, meet timelines, handle multiple tasks and work collaboratively

Goal oriented with proven success in exceeding targets

Proven ability to manage time and workload from a remote/home based office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Company / Location Information

A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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