Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Conveyance Supply

Outside Sales Account Manager

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.

We are seeking a motivated Outside Sales Account Manager to manage an established territory covering Central / Southern North Carolina and Northern South Carolina. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven sales professional who enjoys developing new business while growing long-term customer relationships.

In this role, you will partner with manufacturers, OEMs, industrial plants, contractors, utilities, and MRO customers to provide value-added solutions including industrial hose, hydraulic hose, fittings, couplings, gaskets, pipe, valves, tubing, and other fluid conveyance products. You'll be supported by an experienced inside sales team, technical resources, and a respected brand with a strong reputation in the industrial marketplace.

Essential Functions

• Grow sales within an established territory by developing new business while expanding existing customer relationships.
• Call on industrial, OEM, contractor, and MRO customers to identify opportunities and recommend value-added fluid conveyance solutions.
• Prospect and qualify new customers through networking, referrals, cold calling, and other business development activities.
• Prepare and present quotations, proposals, and product solutions that address customer needs.
• Manage sales opportunities, customer activity, and forecasts using the company's CRM system.
• Partner with Inside Sales, Customer Service, and Operations to ensure accurate quotations, timely deliveries, and outstanding customer support.
• Maintain current product knowledge while representing GHX Industrial at customer meetings, trade shows, and industry events.
• Manage the territory effectively by prioritizing activities, resolving customer issues, and achieving sales and profitability goals.
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars and trade shows.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and payment.

Experience, Education and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of outside sales experience selling industrial hose, hydraulic hose, fluid conveyance products, fittings, pipe, valves, gaskets, sealing products, or related industrial products.
• Experience selling into manufacturing, industrial, OEM, MRO, construction, chemical, mining, pulp & paper, utilities, or related markets preferred.
• Proven ability to develop new business while growing existing customer relationships.
• Strong consultative selling, negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Excellent organization, time management, and territory planning abilities.
• Comfortable working independently in a field-based sales environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM software.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.
• Overnight travel as business needs require.

Why GHX?

At GHX Industrial, you'll join a team that values customer relationships, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial thinking. We provide the resources, support, and product portfolio needed to help our sales professionals succeed while offering opportunities for long-term career growth.

• Competitive compensation plan
• Established sales territory with significant growth potential
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company benefits
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive team environment with technical and inside sales resource