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Outside Sales Account Manager – Industrial Fluid Handling Equipment
Location
Wisconsin
Posted
1 day ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
Outside Sales Account Manager – Industrial Fluid Handling Equipment
SunSource
• 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.
Job Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- 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
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