Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Power Component Sales and Repair

Energy Hydraulics, a SunSource company, is a full-service fluid power sales and service company. We focus on industrial plants and manufacturing, oil and gas, construction, wood products and poultry. We are a supplier of hydraulic hoses and fittings, hydraulic motors, pumps, cylinders and valves, air compressors, diaphragm pumps and other related items.

Build relationships. Solve real problems. Own your territory.

At Energy Hydraulics , our Account Managers aren’t order takers — they’re trusted advisors. In this autonomous, field-based role, you’ll own your territory, build long-term customer relationships, and deliver fluid power solutions that keep our customers’ equipment running and their businesses moving.

If you thrive in outside sales, enjoy being on customer sites, and know your way around hydraulic systems, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a company that values expertise, initiative, and results.

Essential Functions

• Manage and grow a defined sales territory, working independently to drive new and existing business
• Build strong, lasting relationships with customers by understanding their operations and challenges
• Sell and support fluid power components, systems, and services , including: cylinders, pumps, motors, and valves, hydraulic repair and rebuild services, on-site repair services, and new hydraulic components, fluid conveyance, and related products
• Partner closely with internal technicians and service teams to deliver solutions — not just products
• Consistently meet and exceed sales goals through consultative selling
• Represent Energy Hydraulics professionally at customer sites, in the field, and on the road
• Full cycle outside sales activities including prospecting, cold calls, customer visits, and CRM entry.

Experience, Education and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent (technical degree / bachelors preferred)
• 2+ years of progressive sales experience, including industrial sales
• Experience selling mobile hydraulic components, service, or repair is strongly preferred
• Background in fluid power, industrial technology, mechanical systems, or related disciplines
• Fluid Power Certification is a plus (not required)
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule
• Solid computer skills
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel overnight as needed
• Ability to move throughout the day, visit job sites, and lift up to 50 lbs when required

We Offer

• Industry-competitive compensation plan
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A collaborative, team-oriented culture that supports growth and long-term success

Why Energy Hydraulics?

• We believe in investing in our people. You’ll join a knowledgeable, driven team in an environment that encourages ownership, continuous learning, and career advancement — while giving you the freedom to run your territory like your own business.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact [email protected]to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click  here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click  here ,  aquí ).

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.