Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

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Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program

Posted 6 months ago

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About the job

GHX Industrial, part of SunSource, distributes industrial gaskets and hoses to clients like refineries and OEMs. The program trains recent graduates for careers in industrial sales, with hands-on experience, mentorship, and potential for full-time roles.

Requirements

  • Associate degree or technical training
  • Mechanical interest and aptitude
  • Strong communication skills
  • Willing to relocate
  • Ability to start Spring or Summer 2026

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (preferred)
  • Internship or co-op experience (preferred)
  • Coursework in Fluid Power or related
  • Outgoing and relationship-builder

Full job description

GHX Industrial, a SunSource company, is a growing, dynamic organization with roots traced back to 1937. GHX today is a highly recognized value-added distributor and fabricator of industrial gaskets and hoses with offices nationwide. GHX’s customer base consists of large refining and petrochemical customers, upstream oil and gas service and supply companies, OEMs, and mineral and mining enterprises.


Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!

Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Development Program

What is GO2?

GO2 is our 12-to-18-month development program designed for recent graduates interested in a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time sales role in an assigned territory. 

This position is for our GHX Industrial business. Training will occur in a GHX facility, likely in Houston. At completion of the training program, you will be transferred to your assigned sales territory. Relocation expenses will be provided.

What You will Do

  • Participate in structured training at one of our sales hubs.
  • Receive ongoing mentorship and professional development.
  • Provided in-depth product training.
  • Learn full cycle outside sales skills.
  • Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls.
  • Build relationships with new and existing customers.
  • Solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions.

What You will Need

  • Associate degree or technical training in a related field.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, or related field (preferred).
  • Coursework, training or certifications in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, or Fluid Conveyance (preferred).
  • Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment (preferred).
  • Mechanical interest and aptitude.
  • Ability to start in Spring or Summer 2026.
  • Willingness to relocate for training (12+ months) and for final placement at completion of program.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable and build relationships with peers and potential customers.
  • Competitive in nature with a passion for winning and a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Relocation assistance (if applicable)
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k)
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.  If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodation in the application process will be returned from this email address.  This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí).   


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