Industrial Sales Development Program - Account Manager Trainee

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, Automation, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com

Ready to Launch Your Sales Career? Don't settle for an entry-level job that simply gives you a place to start. Build a career with a company that will invest in your development. The Grow Our Own (GO2) Industrial Sales Development Program is a 12-month, structured training program designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals who want to build a successful career in industrial sales. You'll gain hands-on training, dedicated mentorship, and real-world customer experience while learning from experienced sales and technical professionals. Most importantly, you'll have a clear path to a full-time Account Manager role, where you'll manage your own territory, build customer relationships, and help solve complex industrial challenges. No previous industrial sales experience is required. We're looking for motivated, curious individuals who enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and want to build a long-term career within SunSource and our family of companies.

Why GO2? Comprehensive classroom, technical, and hands-on training

Dedicated mentorship and coaching from experienced sales professionals

Exposure to multiple industrial technologies, products, and markets

Real customer interaction and outside sales experience

A clear path to a full-time Account Manager position

Long-term career growth opportunities across SunSource's nationwide network of companies

What You Will Do Participate in a structured training program at one of our sales development hubs . Training locations may include Chicago, Houston, Minneapolis , and other company locations.

Learn consultative outside sales, territory management, and customer relationship development

Receive product and application training from experienced technical and sales professionals

Work alongside experienced Account Managers during customer visits and joint sales calls

Build relationships with new and existing customers and develop product recommendations and technical solutions that improve productivity

Gain hands-on experience with prospecting, quoting, negotiating, and closing business

Receive ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development throughout the program

What You Will Need We're looking for individuals who are interested in sales, motivated to learn, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a relationship-driven environment.

Desire a career in outside sales

Associate, technical, or bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing Technology , or a related field preferred

Internship experience in manufacturing, distribution, engineering, customer service, or sales is a plus

Mechanical curiosity and an interest in learning how industrial systems and equipment work

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and desire to succeed in a performance-driven environment

Ability to begin employment in Summer, Fall, or Winter 2026

Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed, including occasional overnight travel

Depending on location/position, willingness to relocate for approximately 12 months during training and relocate again for permanent placement upon successful completion of the program

What We Offer Competitive compensation: $50,000–$65,000 + incentive during the training program, dependent upon business unit, training/territory location, degree, and experience

Relocation assistance , where applicable

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, and company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Technical training and ongoing professional development

Career advancement opportunities across SunSource and our family of companies

Upon successful completion of the program, promotion to Account Manager , with eligibility for commission and other incentives

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 recruiting@sunsrce.com 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).  Sun-Source | Privacy Policy