Senior Level District Sales Manager Jobs
Senior level district sales manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of regional revenue strategy, cross-functional team leadership, and the execution accountability that drives consistent growth across complex territories. Openings concentrate in Distribution & Wholesale, Retail, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid positions available and employers like Journeys, Right at School, and Vanda Pharmaceuticals hiring at this level now.
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EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
What We’re Offering
- Paid time off plus paid holidays
- Medical/dental/vision insurance plan
- Life insurance, short/long term disability, tuition reimbursement, flex spending, and employee stock purchase plan
- 401K plan
- Culture: We value and strive for excellence in all that we do through innovative technology by creating long lasting relationships with our stakeholders, co-workers, and customers. We continually strive to foster teamwork, engagement and enhance our employee’s skills and competence by providing appropriate training.
Compensation Range: 78,600-98,400 plus sales bonus
Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.
Job Purpose
The District Sales Manager (DSM) is a frontline sales leadership role responsible for driving execution, accountability, and performance across a defined geographic district within the Industrial & Utility sales organization. The DSM serves as the primary leadership link between the Director of Industrial & Utility Sales and Technical Sales Representatives (TSRs), ensuring disciplined sales execution, consistent coaching, and strong partner alignment. They are also responsible for managing the manufacturers’ representatives in their region, working closely with both the Director of Partner sales and Director of Data sales.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Technical Sales Representatives within the assigned district.
- Drive district-level revenue performance, forecast accuracy, and execution consistency.
• Conduct regular coaching, deal reviews, and performance management activities. • Ensure pipeline quality, opportunity progression, and CRM discipline across the district.
- Support complex deal strategy, pricing decisions, and escalation management.
- Lead regional channel partners and ensure alignment with EnerSys sales strategy.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product Management, Operations, and Customer Service.
Revenue and Performance Accountability
The DSM role does not carry an individual sales quota but is accountable for execution and performance across multiple revenue-producing territories. Each DSM provides leadership Job Description Page 2 of 2 Journeyman Electrician II oversight for over $25 million in annual regional revenue and is responsible for improving sales effectiveness, deal velocity, and forecast reliability
Leadership and People Management
- Direct people management responsibility for multiple TSRs.
- Establish clear performance expectations and development plans.
- Identify and develop high-potential talent and succession candidates.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
- 6+ years of experience in industrial, utility, energy, or technical sales.
- Prior experience leading teams or serving as a senior sales contributor with leadership responsibilities.
Other Requirements
- Strong understanding of channel sales models and complex deal environments.
- Proven ability to coach, influence, and drive performance across teams.
- Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays
Travel Requirement
May require up to 50% travel.
General Job Requirements
- This position requires you to drive a company vehicle. Therefore, you must be able to pass the company’s driving requirements. Certain vehicles may also require a specific drivers license and have additional driving requirements.
- Must be able and willing to do overnight travel
- Must be able and willing to work overtime.
- This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds/11.5 kilos on occasions.
- Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess and select applicants for open positions, including for the purposes of reviewing and ranking application materials and scoring answers to application questions. Accordingly, decisions about your application and eligibility for employment with EnerSys may be made based exclusively on the automated processing of the personal information that you submit in your application materials.
EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.
What We’re Offering
- Paid time off plus paid holidays
- Medical/dental/vision insurance plan
- Life insurance, short/long term disability, tuition reimbursement, flex spending, and employee stock purchase plan
- 401K plan
- Culture: We value and strive for excellence in all that we do through innovative technology by creating long lasting relationships with our stakeholders, co-workers, and customers. We continually strive to foster teamwork, engagement and enhance our employee’s skills and competence by providing appropriate training.
Compensation Range: 78,600-98,400 plus sales bonus
Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.
Job Purpose
The District Sales Manager (DSM) is a frontline sales leadership role responsible for driving execution, accountability, and performance across a defined geographic district within the Industrial & Utility sales organization. The DSM serves as the primary leadership link between the Director of Industrial & Utility Sales and Technical Sales Representatives (TSRs), ensuring disciplined sales execution, consistent coaching, and strong partner alignment. They are also responsible for managing the manufacturers’ representatives in their region, working closely with both the Director of Partner sales and Director of Data sales.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of Technical Sales Representatives within the assigned district.
- Drive district-level revenue performance, forecast accuracy, and execution consistency.
• Conduct regular coaching, deal reviews, and performance management activities. • Ensure pipeline quality, opportunity progression, and CRM discipline across the district.
- Support complex deal strategy, pricing decisions, and escalation management.
- Lead regional channel partners and ensure alignment with EnerSys sales strategy.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Product Management, Operations, and Customer Service.
Revenue and Performance Accountability
The DSM role does not carry an individual sales quota but is accountable for execution and performance across multiple revenue-producing territories. Each DSM provides leadership Job Description Page 2 of 2 Journeyman Electrician II oversight for over $25 million in annual regional revenue and is responsible for improving sales effectiveness, deal velocity, and forecast reliability
Leadership and People Management
- Direct people management responsibility for multiple TSRs.
- Establish clear performance expectations and development plans.
- Identify and develop high-potential talent and succession candidates.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Experience:
- 6+ years of experience in industrial, utility, energy, or technical sales.
- Prior experience leading teams or serving as a senior sales contributor with leadership responsibilities.
Other Requirements
- Strong understanding of channel sales models and complex deal environments.
- Proven ability to coach, influence, and drive performance across teams.
- Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays
Travel Requirement
May require up to 50% travel.
General Job Requirements
- This position requires you to drive a company vehicle. Therefore, you must be able to pass the company’s driving requirements. Certain vehicles may also require a specific drivers license and have additional driving requirements.
- Must be able and willing to do overnight travel
- Must be able and willing to work overtime.
- This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
- Must be able to lift 25 pounds/11.5 kilos on occasions.
- Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess and select applicants for open positions, including for the purposes of reviewing and ranking application materials and scoring answers to application questions. Accordingly, decisions about your application and eligibility for employment with EnerSys may be made based exclusively on the automated processing of the personal information that you submit in your application materials.
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Senior Level District Sales Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level district sales manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have owned a district P&L, built or restructured a sales team, and delivered consistent quota attainment through other people, not just individually. Demonstrating that you have coached reps to promotion, resolved underperformance, and influenced go-to-market decisions above your direct role signals the ownership and strategic depth these positions require.
Which companies hire senior level district sales managers?
Companies hiring senior level district sales managers right now include Journeys, Right at School, and Vanda Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from enterprise employers, national distributors, and high-growth regional operators that need proven leaders to run multi-rep territories with real accountability.
Are there remote senior level district sales manager jobs?
Yes, though most senior district sales manager roles involve regular field presence. About 21% of senior level district sales manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those arrangements typically come with expectations for consistent in-market time rather than fully desk-based work. Search current listings on Migrate Mate to filter by location type.
What makes a district sales manager role senior level?
Senior level district sales manager roles are defined by scope and accountability rather than just tenure. These positions involve owning the full district revenue number, developing frontline managers or senior reps, contributing to sales strategy above the territory level, and making hiring and performance decisions independently. Mid-level roles focus on execution within defined processes, while senior roles shape those processes.
Which industries hire the most senior level district sales managers?
Senior level district sales manager roles concentrate in Distribution & Wholesale, Retail, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors typically run large field sales organizations with layered management structures, which creates ongoing demand for senior leaders who can drive results across distributed teams and complex customer relationships.