Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

SunSource; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & bonus

Medical, dental, vision + 401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SunSource, a leading North American industrial distributor, is launching the GO2 Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development Program in Addison, IL. This 12‑month program trains recent graduates and early‑career professionals in full‑cycle outside sales, with mentorship and hands‑on product training to prepare you for a territory Account Manager role.

During training you will relocate to Addison, IL, receive comprehensive benefits, and progress to a full‑time Account Manager position

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical training with 2 years in a related field, OR bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field.
• Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment or individuals with mechanical interest/aptitude preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, and build relationships with peers and customers

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training at our headquarters with mentorship, professional development, and product training.
• Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build relationships with new and existing customers through technical and product solutions.
• Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls visiting customers on-site

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer relationship building

Relocation to Addison, IL

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulics / Fluid Power (certified)

Education

Associate degree or technical training

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

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. www.sun-source.com

Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!

Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial SalesAccount ManagerTraineeDevelopment Program

GO2 is our 12-month development program designed for recent graduates and early career individuals who are interested in starting a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time outside sales/account manager role within an assigned territory with SunSource.

What You will Do

• Participate in structured training at our headquarters where you will receive ongoing mentorship, professional development, and in-depth product training
• Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build relationships with new and existing customers to solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions
• Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls visiting customers on-site

What You will Need

• Associate degree or technical training and 2 years of experience in a related field OR bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field. Any experience or certification in hydraulics / fluid power is a great plus.
• Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment or individuals with mechanical interest/aptitude preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable to build relationships with peers and potential customers with a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment
• Ability to relocate to Addison, IL for 12 months of training at our corporate headquarters

What We Offer

This is a full-time, paid position with a transition into a full-time Account Manager upon completion of the program.

• Flexible start date + relocation (if applicable)
• Competitive compensation package+ bonus
• Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays

Compensation: $55,000 to $65,000 / year with opportunity for bonus during the training program.

At successful completion of the training program you will be promoted to an Account Manager and eligible for sales commission.

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