Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program
SunSource
Chicago, IL, USA
5/5/2026
Full Time
Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development Program
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North Americas leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com
Launch Your Career in Industrial Sales!
Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee Development Program
GO2 is our 12-month development program designed for recent graduates and early career individuals who are interested in starting a career in industrial sales. You will receive comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship, preparing you to transition into a full-time outside sales/account manager role within an assigned territory with SunSource. What You will Do- Participate in structured training at our headquarters where you will receive ongoing mentorship, professional development, and in-depth product training
- Learn full cycle outside sales skills and build relationships with new and existing customers to solve real-world customer problems through technical and product solutions
- Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls visiting customers on-site
- Associate degree or technical training and 2 years of experience in a related field OR bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain, Sales, in Supply Chain, Sales, Marketing, Business, or related field
- Internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment or individuals with mechanical interest/aptitude preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable to build relationships with peers and potential customers with a commitment to delivering top results in a performance-based environment
- Ability to relocate to Addison, IL for 12 months of training at our corporate headquarters
This is a full-time, paid position with a transition into a full-time Account Manager upon completion of the program.
- Flexible start date + relocation (if applicable)
- Competitive compensation package + bonus
- Medical, dental, vision insurance + 401(k)
- Paid vacation and holidays
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