Industrial Sales Account Manager - Hydraulic Fluid Power

SunSource is one of the largest leading suppliers of Fluid Power components, systems, service, and repair offering value-added capabilities such as; design and engineering services, productivity solutions and supply chain optimization. We are currently seeking a self-motivated Account Manager to develop new business for a territory home-based in Chicago. The focus will be selling fluid power components in the industrial markets related to marine, military, and other industrial market segments.
SunSource Offers:

• Industry competitive compensation plan
• Medical / Dental
• 401(k) w/matching
• Paid vacation and Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities
• Car Allowance

What will you be doing?

• Work with your District Sales Manager to create a sales plan to develop a prospect list to capture new business
• Full cycle prospecting activities including qualification of leads, cold calls, and sales presentations
• Regularly meet with Sales Supervisor to review weekly sales activities, progress on goals, and status of prospective customers
• Collaborate with knowledgeable customer service and technical support teams who will assist you in meeting and exceeding your sales goals

What you must be committed to?

• Understanding of the market in the territory to generate and prospect for new business
• Utilization of tools and resources to plan and manage time and territory
• Cadence and accountability - weekly review with the sales manager
• Expanding while maintaining existing business

What you must possess to be successful?

• 2 year Technical, Industrial and or Business degree or any suitable combination of education, training and experience
• 2+ years increasing sales experience, preferably selling hydraulic and/or pneumatic components within the industrial market space
• Experience with value-add sales
• Ability to establish and build business relationships
• Can achieve and exceed sales goals
• Valid drivers license

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY PROGRAM