Industrial Sales Development Program - Account Manager Trainee

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. ## Ready to Launch Your Sales Career? Don't settle for an entry-level job that simply gives you a place to start. **Build a career with a company that will invest in your development.** The **Grow Our Own (GO2) Industrial Sales Development Program** is a **12-month, structured training program** designed for **recent graduates and early-career professionals** who want to build a successful career in **industrial sales**. You'll gain **hands-on training, dedicated mentorship, and real-world customer experience** while learning from experienced sales and technical professionals. Most importantly, you'll have a **clear path to a full-time Account Manager role**, where you'll manage your own territory, build customer relationships, and help solve **complex industrial challenges**. **No previous industrial sales experience is required.** We're looking for **motivated, curious individuals** who enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and want to build a **long-term career** within SunSource and our family of companies. ### Why GO2? - **Comprehensive classroom, technical, and hands-on training** - **Dedicated mentorship and coaching** from experienced sales professionals - Exposure to **multiple industrial technologies, products, and markets** - **Real customer interaction and outside sales experience** - A clear path to a full-time **Account Manager** position - **Long-term career growth** opportunities across SunSource's nationwide network of companies ### What You Will Do - Participate in a **structured training program** at one of our **sales development hubs**. Training locations may include **Chicago, Houston, Minneapolis**, and other company locations. - Learn **consultative outside sales, territory management, and customer relationship development** - Receive **product and application training** from experienced technical and sales professionals - Work alongside experienced Account Managers during **customer visits and joint sales calls** - Build relationships with **new and existing customers** and develop **product recommendations and technical solutions** that improve productivity - Gain hands-on experience with **prospecting, quoting, negotiating, and closing business** - Receive **ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development** throughout the program ### What You Will Need We're looking for individuals who are **interested in sales, motivated to learn, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a relationship-driven environment.** - **Desire a career in outside sales** - **Associate, technical, or bachelor's degree** in **Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing Technology**, or a related field preferred - **Internship experience** in manufacturing, distribution, engineering, customer service, or sales is a plus - **Mechanical curiosity** and an interest in learning how industrial systems and equipment work - **Strong communication and interpersonal skills** - **Competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and desire to succeed** in a performance-driven environment - Ability to begin employment in **Summer, Fall, or Winter 2026** - **Valid driver's license** and ability to travel as needed, including occasional overnight travel - Depending on location/position, willingness to **relocate for approximately 12 months during training** and relocate again for **permanent placement** upon successful completion of the program ### What We Offer - **Competitive compensation:** $50,000–$65,000 + incentive during the training program, **dependent upon business unit, training/territory location, degree, and experience** - **Relocation assistance**, where applicable - **Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, and company holidays** - **Tuition reimbursement** - **Technical training and ongoing professional development** - **Career advancement opportunities** across SunSource and our family of companies - Upon successful completion of the program, promotion to **Account Manager**, with eligibility for **commission and other incentives**