Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Handling Equipment

SunSource

Appleton, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Business Growth, Cold Calling Skills, Competitive Research, Customer Experience, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Customer Service Software, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Emerging Technology, Field Sales, Forecasting, High School Diploma, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Industry/Trade Analysis, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Office, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Productivity Management, Pumps, Regional Sales, Reimbursement, Sales, Sales Cycle, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Sales Prospecting, Sales Qualification, Sales Tools, Software Engineering, Strategic Planning, Technical Support, Territory Management, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Appleton, WI
POSTED
18 days ago

Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Handling Equipment

Appleton, WI 54914 / Oshkosh, WI 54901 / Green Bay, WI 54229

Fluid Process Equipment - Outside Sales & Sales Management /

Outside Sales & Sales Management /

Remote

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Fluid Process Equipment, a SunSource company, is a provider of innovative pumps, products and services that can assist with all of your fluid handling requirements. We have been serving our customers needs for over 30 years. www.fpepumps.com

We are seeking a driven and customer-focused Outside Sales Account Manager to develop new business and grow existing customer relationships in Green Bay, WI area. In this role, you will represent a comprehensive portfolio of fluid process products and solutions, helping customers improve productivity, efficiency, and reliability across a variety of industrial applications.

Essential Functions

  • Develop and execute a strategic territory sales plan to identify, target, and secure new business opportunities while growing existing customer accounts.
  • Manage the full sales cycle, including prospecting, lead qualification, cold calling, customer presentations, solution development, quotation preparation, negotiation, and closing.
  • Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and serve as a trusted advisor to customers throughout the sales process.
  • Collaborate with internal customer service, application engineering, and technical support teams to deliver effective solutions and exceptional customer experiences.
  • Utilize CRM and other sales tools to effectively manage territory activity, customer interactions, pipeline development, and forecasting.
  • Conduct regular onsite customer visits to understand customer needs, identify opportunities, and strengthen long-term partnerships.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies within the fluid process and industrial markets.

Experience, Education and Skills

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related technical field preferred
  • 2+ years of industrial outside sales experience
  • Experience selling fluid process equipment, filtration systems, pumps, valves, fluid handling equipment, rotating equipment, or related industrial products strongly preferred
  • Experience with Process Pumps is a great plus!
  • Proven ability to develop new business and grow existing accounts within an assigned territory
  • Strong relationship-building, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
  • Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the assigned territory for regular customer visits

Why FPE?

  • Competitive compensation package with commission
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) benefits
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  • Mileage reimbursement for business travel
  • The opportunity to represent industry-leading fluid process solutions while building a rewarding and successful sales career

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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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/