Industrial Sales Development Program - Account Manager Trainee

SunSource • Denver, CO

4d • $50,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Grow Our Own (GO2) Industrial Sales Development Program is a structured 12-month training program for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in industrial sales. Participants receive classroom, technical, and hands-on training, dedicated mentorship, and real-world customer experience while learning from experienced sales and technical professionals. Training takes place at the company’s Denver, Colorado office, with the eventual sales territory in the Denver area. No previous industrial sales experience is required. Successful completion of the program leads to promotion to a full-time Account Manager role, managing a territory, developing customer relationships, and helping customers solve industrial challenges.

Requirements

• Desire to pursue a career in outside sales.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and desire to succeed in a performance-driven environment.
• Mechanical curiosity and interest in learning how industrial systems and equipment work.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed, including occasional overnight travel.

Nice To Haves

• Associate, technical, or bachelor's degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
• Internship experience in manufacturing, distribution, engineering, customer service, or sales.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training program at a sales development hub in the Denver, Colorado office.
• Learn consultative outside sales, territory management, and customer relationship development.
• Receive product and application training from experienced technical and sales professionals.
• Work with experienced Account Managers on customer visits and joint sales calls.
• Build relationships with new and existing customers and develop product recommendations and technical solutions to improve productivity.
• Gain hands-on experience with prospecting, quoting, negotiating, and closing business.
• Receive ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development throughout the program.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $50,000–$65,000 plus incentive during the training program, dependent on business unit, training or territory location, degree, and experience.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k).
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Technical training and ongoing professional development.
• Career advancement opportunities across SunSource and its family of companies.
• Eligibility for commission and other incentives after promotion to Account Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed