SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, Automation, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com
Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!
Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial SalesAccount ManagerTraineeDevelopment Program
GO2 is our 12-month development program designed for recent graduates and early career individuals who are interested in starting a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time outside sales/account manager rolewithin an assigned territorywith
SunSource.
What You will Do
- Participate in structured training at our headquarters where you will receive ongoing mentorship, professional development, and in-depth product training
- Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build relationships with new and existing customers to solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions
- Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls visiting customers on-site
What You will Need
- Associate degree or technical trainingand 2 years of experiencein a related fieldOR bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field. Any experience or certification in hydraulics / fluid power is a great plus.
- Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environmentor individuals with mechanical interest/aptitudepreferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachabletobuild relationships with peers and potential customerswith a commitment todelivering top results in a performance-based environment
- Ability torelocateto Addison, IL for 12 months of training at our corporate headquarters
What We Offer
This is a full-time, paid position with a transition into a full-time Account Manager upon completion of the program.
- Flexible start date + relocation (if applicable)
- Competitive compensation package+ bonus
- Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k)
- Paid vacation and holidays
Compensation: $55,000 to $65,000 / year with opportunity for bonus during the training program.
At successful completion of the training program you will be promoted to an Account Manager and eligible for sales commission.
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