Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

SunSourceLake Charles, LouisianaOn-siteFull-timeSenior, 5–8 yearsListed 2 weeks ago

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About this role

Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!
Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Development Program
 
What is GO2?
GO2 is our 12-to-18-month development program designed for recent graduates interested in a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time sales role in an assigned territory. 
 
This position is for our GHX Industrial business. Training will occur in a GHX facility, likely in Houston. At completion of the training program, you will be transferred to your assigned sales territory. Relocation expenses will be provided.

What You will Do

- Participate in structured training at the GHX headquarters in Houston, TX for 60 days, and the remaining 10 months at the Lake Charles, LA GHX office

- Receive ongoing mentorship and professional development

- Provided in-depth product training

- Learn full cycle outside sales skills

- Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls

- Build relationships with new and existing customers

- Solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions

What You will Need

- Associate degree or technical training in a related field

- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, or related field (preferred)

- Coursework, training or certifications in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, or Fluid Conveyance (preferred)

- Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment (preferred)

- Mechanical interest and aptitude

- Willingness to relocate for training and for final placement at completion of program

- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable and build relationships with peers and potential customers

- Competitive in nature with a passion for winning and a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment

What We Offer

- Competitive compensation package

- Relocation assistance (if applicable)

- Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k)

- Paid vacation and holidays

- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training

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).   
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