Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee - Development Program

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, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair.


Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!

Grow Our Own (GO2) - Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development 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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