Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

About the role

SunSource and its family of companies is one of North America's leading value-add industrial distributors, serving customers in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, Automation, General Industrial Components and Industrial Repair. Its Grow Our Own (GO2) program is a 12- to 18-month development path for recent graduates who want a career in industrial sales, combining training, hands-on experience and mentorship before moving into a full-time sales role in an assigned territory.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in structured training at one of the sales hubs.
• Receive ongoing mentorship and professional development, including in-depth product training.
• Learn full-cycle outside sales skills.
• Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls.
• Build relationships with new and existing customers and solve their problems with technical and product solutions.

Required profile

• Associate degree or technical training in a related field; Bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales or a related field preferred.
• Preferred: coursework, training or certification in Fluid Power, Fluid Process or Fluid Conveyance.
• Preferred: internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing setting.
• Mechanical interest and aptitude.
• Willingness to relocate for the 12+ month training and for final placement after the program.
• Strong verbal and written communication, outgoing and able to build relationships.
• Competitive, with a passion for winning and a commitment to results in a performance-based environment.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance (if applicable).
• Medical, dental and vision insurance plus 401(k).
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training.