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SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

Account Manager - Mechanical Process Equipment

Field SalesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNashville, TN, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree in an engineering or technical field or business concentration is preferred; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Four years of outside sales experience, preferably selling industrial process equipment, with a proven track record of success.
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and product specifications.
  • Ability to identify critical decision makers within customer organizations.
  • Ability to recognize customer needs beyond the stated or obvious.
  • Ability to work professionally with individuals from varying backgrounds, experience levels, and educational levels.
  • Ability to transport oneself to various facility sites as required.
  • A valid state driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.

Responsibilities

  • Call on end-users such as engineers, technicians, and supervisory personnel to provide process solutions and application advice on products.
  • Establish effective relationships with customers to gain their trust and confidence in applying products.
  • Review specifications, application requirements, and other documents and work with Inside Sales to prepare quotations.
  • Provide technical support to customers regarding the proper use, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
  • Plan and execute sales calls and customer visits.
  • Maintain an accurate forecast of business potential with customers and represented manufacturers.
  • Prepare a weekly sales call plan, targeting a minimum of five in-person sales calls per day.
  • Complete formal and self-guided product training.
  • Select products by determining product compatibility.
  • Generate quotes and document the sales process.
  • Plan the territory and overall business strategy.
  • Participate in local job-related professional organizations.
  • Grow the territory by increasing penetration of existing accounts and developing new accounts.
  • Advise Inside Sales personnel on margins for particular accounts or projects.
  • Actively maintain the customer relationship management database.
  • Maintain strong relationships with represented manufacturers.
  • Attend manufacturer training sessions for represented products.
  • Work primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with evening and weekend work as job duties demand and occasional non-local travel requiring overnight stays.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience selling industrial process equipment, including pumps, steam products, filtration, heat exchangers, or similar mechanical products.
  • Inside Sales and/or Field Service experience.
  • A proven track record of outside sales success.

About the Company

SunSource

Fluid power distribution with engineering support

SunSource distributes fluid power components and systems to OEMs, MROs, and mobile industrial equipment users. It provides design and engineering support, supply chain optimization, productivity solutions, value-added services, and repair capabilities. The products are delivered through a national network with strong local presence, combining technical expertise with customer service to offer cost-effective, maintenance-reducing solutions. SunSource differentiates itself through its long track record (85+ years), comprehensive engineering and repair services, and a focus on helping customers boost productivity while lowering operating costs. The company aims to deliver high-quality products and services, foster growth for its associates and partners, and build lasting customer relationships through technical support and reliable service.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Windsor, CA
Founded
2001

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