Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Power Components & Solutions
McAllen, TX 78501 / Laredo, TX 78046 / Corpus Christi, TX 78405 / Brownsville, TX 78521
SunSource - Outside Sales & Sales Management /Outside Sales & Sales Management /Remote
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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. www.sun-source.com
Are you a driven sales professional who thrives on winning new business and building long-term customer relationships? We're looking for an Outside Sales Account Manager to join our team and lead growth within a defined territory. In this role, you'll combine your technical expertise in Fluid Power with strategic sales acumen to develop new accounts, grow existing business, and deliver innovative solutions to customers.
Your mission: Win new customers. Grow existing business. Exceed goals. Are you ready to take your sales career to the next level?
This position can be home based in or around McCallen, Laredo, Corpus Christi and/or Brownsville.
Essential Functions
Drive Sales Growth: Meet and exceed annual sales and gross profit goals.
Win New Business: Prospect, follow up, and convert new OEM, Capital Project, and MRO customers.
Develop Target Accounts: Identify and focus on key strategic accounts for long-term growth.
Understand Customer Needs: Conduct detailed needs assessments and develop tailored solutions based on technical and business insights.
Deliver Winning Proposals: Create compelling proposals, presentations, and quotations that align with customer requirements.
Negotiate for Success: Close deals that maximize value for both the customer and the company.
Ensure Customer Satisfaction: Provide responsive, on-time, and error-free service while proactively solving problems.
Collaborate Internally: Leverage internal technical and service resources to deliver the best solutions.
Utilize CRM Tools: Track metrics, manage opportunities, and report weekly progress.
Continuous Improvement: Participate in weekly accountability meetings and ongoing training through SunSource University
Experience, Education, & Skills Experience, Education and Skills
Bachelor's degree in Sales, Marketing, or Engineering OR 2-year technical degree in Fluid Power (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
3+ years of industrial sales experience
2+ years in Fluid Power sales strongly preferred
Bilingual in English / Spanish is strongly preferred
Knowledge of Automation or Motion Control a plus
Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets
Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving mindset
Consultative, value-added sales approach
Excellent communication, planning, and negotiation skills
Self-motivated, organized, and competitive
Valid driver's license required
Overnight travel may be required at times
How Success if Measured
Achievement of sales, margin, and quote goals
Growth in new customers and target accounts
Consistent CRM activity and call cadence
Cross-selling success and collaboration across business units
Demonstration of creativity, initiative, and teamwork
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 [email protected] to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.
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