Industrial Sales Development Program - Account Manager Trainee

SunSource • Denver, CO

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About The Position

SunSource’s Grow Our Own (GO2) Industrial Sales Development Program is a structured 12-month program for recent graduates and early-career professionals pursuing a career in industrial sales. The program combines classroom, technical, and hands-on training, mentorship, product and application learning, and real customer experience. Training will take place at the company’s Denver, Colorado office, and the eventual territory will be in the Denver area. No previous industrial sales experience is required. Upon successful completion, participants are promoted to Account Manager, with a path to managing a territory, building customer relationships, and solving industrial challenges. The Account Manager role is eligible for commission and other incentives.

Requirements

• Desire a career in outside sales.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competitive mindset, strong work ethic, and desire to succeed in a performance-driven environment.
• 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.
• Mechanical curiosity and an interest in learning how industrial systems and equipment work.
• Motivation to learn, interest in solving problems, and comfort in a relationship-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured training program at a sales development hub, with training 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 alongside experienced Account Managers during customer visits and joint sales calls.
• Build relationships with new and existing customers.
• Develop product recommendations and technical solutions that improve productivity.
• Gain hands-on experience with prospecting, quoting, negotiating, and closing business.
• Participate in ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development throughout the program.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $50,000–$65,000 plus incentive during the training program, dependent upon business unit, training or territory location, degree, and experience.
• Relocation assistance, where applicable.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 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.
• Upon successful completion, promotion to Account Manager with eligibility for commission and other incentives.

What This Job Offers

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