Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Power Components and Solutions

SunSource

Sterling Heights, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Business-to-Business (B2B), Communication Skills, Consultative Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Driver's License, Field Sales, Forecasting, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Inside Sales, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing Operations, Microsoft Office, Motion Control, Network Support, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Organizational Skills, Partner Sales, Plant Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Regional Sales, Reimbursement, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Pipeline, Sales Tools, Solution Sales, Strategic Planning, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Sales, Technical Support, Territory Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Sterling Heights, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Power Components and Solutions

Sterling Heights, MI 48313

SunSource - Outside Sales & Sales Management /Outside Sales & Sales Management /Remote

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SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America's leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com

Are you a solutions-focused sales professional with hands-on fluid power experience?

Do you thrive on solving complex hydraulic and motion control challenges for industrial customers?

Join our Fluid Power team in Sterling Heights, MI, where your expertise drives real results for OEMs, manufacturers, and industrial operations.

Why You''ll Love This Role

Take full ownership of a defined industrial/OEM territory

Solve real technical challenges with hydraulic, pneumatic, and motion control solutions

Leverage inside sales, technical support, and engineering expertise to win business

Grow your pipeline, customer base, and earning potential in a high-demand industry

Essential Functions

Develop and execute a strategic territory growth plan with guidance from your District Sales Manager

Build and maintain relationships with engineers, plant managers, maintenance teams, and purchasing decision-makers

Identify and capture new business opportunities, while growing existing accounts

Provide application expertise and technical guidance for fluid power solutions

Partner with inside sales and technical teams to deliver value-added solutions

Manage your pipeline, forecast, and territory performance using CRM and sales tools

Experience, Education and Skills

3+ years of B2B industrial or fluid power sales experience (hydraulics, pneumatics, motion control, OEM focus preferred)

Hands-on knowledge of fluid power systems, components, and troubleshooting

Strong track record of new business development and account growth

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage a territory independently

Bachelor's degree, technical diploma in fluid power, or equivalent industry experience

Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office

Valid driver's license and ability to travel within the territory, some overnight travel may be required

What We Offer

Industry competitive compensation / performance-based commission

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development

Mileage reimbursement

Opportunity to work with a trusted brand and nationwide support network

At SunSource, your technical expertise and consultative selling skills are rewarded. Join a team where your work directly drives customer success and your own career growth.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact[emailprotected]to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.

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About the Company

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SunSource

SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for the past 70 years, provides customers with innovative solutions that help reduce maintenance costs, lower operating costs and increase productivity. The solutions are part of the SunSource Advantage: a comprehensive program offering design and engineering support; supply chain optimization; productivity solutions; value-added services; and repair capabilities.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Manufacturing
FOUNDED
1929
WEBSITE
http://www.sun-source.com/