Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Rotational Development Program

Houston, TX 77044
SunSource – Grow Our Own Sales Development Program /
Grow Our Own Sales Development Program /
On-site
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies.  We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com

Grow Our Own (GO2) is our rotational development program for recent or soon to be graduates who desire a career in industrial sales. 
You will have the opportunity to participate in extensive training, receive continuous mentorship, and follow a clear path to career growth. 
Training typically happens within a designated sales hub for a duration of 12 months. 
Upon successful completion of the rotational training program, you will be transferred to your designated territory. 
Relocation assistance is provided. 

What you need

    • 2-year technical degree and/or training in related field
    • B.S. Degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, Business or related is preferred
    • Coursework or certifications in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance or related is a plus 
    • Related internship or co-op experience is a plus
    • Strong ambition to pursue a career in industrial sales
    • Outgoing and able to build professional relationships
    • Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
    • Self-motivated to take responsibility for your personal development
    • Mechanical interest and aptitude
    • Ability to start work in Summer / Fall 2025

Goals of the Program

    • You will be responsible for developing and growing sales with new and existing customers
    • Developing Time and Territory Management skills
    • Building and maintaining internal relationships with key support teams
    • Hands on training and joint sales calls with experienced Account Managers
    • Ongoing interaction with customers problem solving their specific issues and needs
    • Ongoing technical/technology and product training

SunSource Offers

    • Industry competitive compensation plan
    • Medical / Dental / / Vision / 401K
    • Paid vacation and Holidays  
    • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.    Sun-Source | Privacy Policy