Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

GHX Industrial, LLC; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation package

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, vision + 401(k)

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing培训

Job summary

GHX Industrial, a SunSource company, offers the GO2 Industrial Sales Development Program to recent graduates. The program includes 60 days of training at GHX headquarters in Houston, then 10 months of hands-on experience in Lake Charles, LA with relocation support.

You will gain product knowledge, sales skills, and guidance from seasoned Account Managers to transition into a full-time sales role. Successful candidates pursue a career in industrial distribution, with a focus on building

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Willingness to relocate for training and final placement.
• Mechanical interest and aptitude are important.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured training at GHX headquarters in Houston for 60 days.
• Spend the remaining 10 months at the Lake Charles, LA GHX office with mentorship.
• Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build customer relationships.
• Work with Account Managers on joint sales calls and real-world problem solving.

Skills

Strong verbal written communication

Willingness to relocate

Mechanical interest

Education

Associate degree or technical training in related field

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution/Engineering/Sales

Fluid Power/Fluid Process coursework (preferred)

Job description

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.

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

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