Full-Time

Technical Account Manager

Fluid Control, Filtration and Handling, San Diego, CA

Posted on 9/5/2024

SunSource

SunSource

1,001-5,000 employees

Distributes fluid power components and systems

Automotive & Transportation
Industrial & Manufacturing

Entry, Junior

Remote in USA

Position is remote.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 4-year college degree OR equivalent experience.
  • 1+ years of field sales / outside sales and account management experience; demonstrated sales acumen.
  • Valid Drivers License.
  • Ability to lead and coordinate a sales team effort.
  • Organized, detail oriented, quick learner with ability to grasp new concepts.
  • Ability to facilitate training sessions.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Basic mathematics aptitude necessary (decimals, fractions, algebra).
  • Mechanical Aptitude.
  • MS Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
  • Solidify and further develop existing relationships with key customers.
  • Identify and sell new prospects from current clients, referral leads and other sources.
  • Build ongoing value by updating customers' knowledge of products/applications, assisting in product election, and providing appropriate training.
  • Prepares and submits a weekly sales call plan to Regional Sales Manager (RSM) with goal of maximizing exposures (minimum of 5 sales calls per day).
  • Uses ACS to document all customer contact and sales activities (minimum of 3 times per week).
  • Regularly communicates with Inside Sales, RSM and other team members on territory sales strategy progress and problem resolution.
  • Continually improves product/sales skills and market/application knowledge.
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism at all times.

SunSource distributes fluid power components and systems for industries such as OEM, MRO, and mobile equipment. Their services include design and engineering support, supply chain optimization, and repair capabilities, all aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs for clients. Unlike competitors, SunSource combines a national reach with a strong local presence, ensuring personalized customer service and technically sound solutions. The company focuses on building meaningful relationships and developing its associates, with the goal of delivering high-quality products and services that drive growth.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Windsor, California

Founded

2001

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for energy-efficient hydraulic systems boosts SunSource's market potential.
  • IoT integration enhances predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.
  • Rise of electric and hybrid equipment creates new opportunities for component supply.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from online marketplaces like Amazon Business threatens traditional distributors.
  • Electric and hybrid equipment may reduce demand for traditional fluid power components.
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities could impact SunSource's ability to meet customer demands.

What makes SunSource unique

  • SunSource offers comprehensive services including design, engineering, and supply chain optimization.
  • The company has over 85 years of experience in the fluid power sector.
  • SunSource emphasizes associate development and strong customer-supplier relationships.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

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