Technical Field Account Manager - Fluid Power Solutions

Wetalentia; Minnesota; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Our customer in Minnesota seeks a self-motivated Account Manager / Outside Sales professional to grow and support sales across assigned accounts and markets. The role blends technical sales, product application, and account management focused on directional control valves and related fluid power systems.

The ideal candidate will retain existing business, develop new opportunities, and collaborate with production and customer service teams. Travel to key accounts will be required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Strong sales background preferred.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job engineering training.
• Fluid Power Specialist or Hydraulic Specialist certification preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication in English.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently to achieve sales goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support sales activity at all assigned accounts and markets.
• Provide technical and product support including application of directional control valves and fluid power solutions.
• Retain and maintain existing business at assigned accounts and markets.
• Identify new market opportunities through the distribution network and direct sales.
• Maintain timely communication with Customer Service and Production Planning groups.
• Develop and maintain quality relationships with customers, internal departments, and our customer's group contacts.
• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
• Work with the National Sales Manager to formulate sales plans.
• Ensure that all information concerning customers and markets is communicated to critical departments.
• Apply our customer's products at the customer level in support of component and system applications.
• Build and maintain customer profiles for all existing and potential key accounts.
• Maintain timely contact with all key personnel at assigned accounts and prepare reports.
• Conduct product training at customer locations and educate personnel on marketing efforts.

Skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Strong sales background

English communication

Engineering mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Our customer in Minnesota seeks a self-motivated Account Manager / Outside Sales professional to grow and support sales across assigned accounts and markets. The role blends technical sales, product application, and account management focused on directional control valves and related fluid power systems.

The ideal candidate will retain existing business, develop new opportunities, and collaborate with production and customer service teams. Travel to key accounts will be required as needed.