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SC - Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee - SunSource Mobile Fluid Power

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SunSource

May 29

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    Engineering
  • Greenville
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related experience, technical aptitude, entrepreneur spirit, and strong communication skills to be our Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee at SunSource.
  • You will develop sales skills, receive direction from managers, work in various departments, and receive fluid power technology training for complete systems solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering / Engineering technology / Agribusiness OR 2 year degree from a Fluid Power specific program OR one to two years of related experience (internship) and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Desire to pursue or further their career in technical sales
  • Strong technical aptitude; much of what we do requires applying mechanical and/or electrical principles on mobile and industrial equipment
  • Industrious entrepreneur spirit with the resilience and drive to succeed
  • Strong communication, presentation, and phone skills and business etiquette awareness

Responsibilities

  • Work to develop the sales characteristics that will contribute to your success
  • Working with other managers will receive direction on subjects related to the rotational experience
  • Work in different departments to gain perspective, including Applications Engineering, Design Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Repair, and Operations
  • Fluid power technology training to support our complete systems solutions philosophy Program

FAQs

What is the training program like for this Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee position?

The training program for this position is called Grow Our Own (GO2) and it includes a rotational development program within Fluid Power learning about our products and systems for the Heavy Duty Mobile Equipment Industry. You will also learn SunSource’s sales methodology and processes, including prospecting, territory planning and management, negotiation, and account management strategies.

Where will I be located during the training program?

The training program will take place at our Mobile Engineering Center in Savage, MN, which is a suburb of Minneapolis, MN.

What industries will I be working with in this position?

You will be working in the Heavy Duty Mobile Equipment Industry, which includes machines on wheels and tracks for the Construction, Agricultural, Railway, Transportation, and Forestry industries.

How long does the training program last before being promoted to an Account Manager position?

The training program typically lasts within the first year, after which you will be promoted to an Account Manager position where you will be in control of your career.

Will I have the opportunity to work in the field with experienced sales representatives during the training program?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to work in the field with veteran sales representatives for 2-3 months to learn how to develop new business and solve challenging problems for our customers.

SunSource

Keeping Industrial America Running...

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for over 85 years, provides customers with innovative solutions that help reduce maintenance costs, lower operating costs and increase productivity. The solutions are part of the SunSource Advantage: a comprehensive program offering design and engineering support; supply chain optimization; productivity solutions; value-added services; and repair capabilities. As a national distributor with local presence, SunSource has a unique and dominant position as a full-service resource for the industrial, OEM, MRO and mobile industrial equipment industries. We distribute a broad range of components, but SunSource is much more than a distributor just supplying fluid power components or systems. Along with high-quality products, we provide a commitment to high-quality customer service and technically sound, cost-effective solutions. SunSource’s history of accomplishment and continued growth means that we give the best condition to energetic, driven people to be effective in their role. We pride ourselves on a culture that provides opportunities for development and advancement of our associates. In addition, we build meaningful relations with our customers, suppliers and internal associates. We are all bound by a pledge to a common mission toward providing the highest quality products and services within our industry and achieving the company’s growth objectives.