Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

**GHX Industrial**, a SunSource company, is a growing, dynamic organization with roots traced back to 1937. GHX today is a highly recognized value-added distributor and fabricator of *industrial gaskets*and*hoses*with offices nationwide. GHX’s customer base consists of large refining and petrochemical customers, upstream oil and gas service and supply companies, OEMs, and mineral and mining enterprises. [](http://www.ghxinc.com) **Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!** **Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Development Program** **What is GO2?** GO2 is our 12-to-18-month development program designed for recent graduates interested in a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time sales role in an assigned territory. This position is for our GHX Industrial business. Training will occur in a GHX facility, likely in Houston. At completion of the training program, you will be transferred to your assigned sales territory. Relocation expenses will be provided. ### What You will Do - Participate in structured training at the GHX headquarters in Houston, TX for 60 days, and the remaining 10 months at the Lake Charles, LA GHX office - Receive ongoing mentorship and professional development - Provided 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 - Solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions ### What You will Need - Associate degree or technical training in a related field - Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, or related field (preferred) - Coursework, training or certifications in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, or Fluid Conveyance (preferred) - Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment (preferred) - **Mechanical interest and aptitude** - **Willingness to relocate for training and for final placement at completion of program** - **Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable and build relationships with peers and potential customers** - **Competitive in nature with a passion for winning and a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment** ### What We Offer - Competitive compensation package - Relocation assistance (if applicable) - Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k) - Paid vacation and holidays - Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training