Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or a 2-year technical degree, 1-3 years of industrial or technical outside sales experience, Experience with fluid power products is preferred, Valid driver's license.
Key responsabilities:
Develop new business and manage prospecting activities
Collaborate with customer service and technical support teams
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SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for over 85 years, provides customers with innovative solutions that help reduce maintenance costs, lower operating costs and increase productivity. The solutions are part of the SunSource Advantage: a comprehensive program offering design and engineering support; supply chain optimization; productivity solutions; value-added services; and repair capabilities. As a national distributor with local presence, SunSource has a unique and dominant position as a full-service resource for the industrial, OEM, MRO and mobile industrial equipment industries. We distribute a broad range of components, but SunSource is much more than a distributor just supplying fluid power components or systems. Along with high-quality products, we provide a commitment to high-quality customer service and technically sound, cost-effective solutions.SunSource’s history of accomplishment and continued growth means that we give the best condition to energetic, driven people to be effective in their role. We pride ourselves on a culture that provides opportunities for development and advancement of our associates. In addition, we build meaningful relations with our customers, suppliers and internal associates. We are all bound by a pledge to a common mission toward providing the highest quality products and services within our industry and achieving the company’s growth objectives.
SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s 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
We currently have an exciting Fluid Power Outside Sales opportunity available based in the Baton Rouge area. In this role you will develop new business while being assisted by our highly knowledgeable customer service team and supportive managers.
Essential Functions
Work with your District Sales Manager to create a sales plan to develop a prospect list to capture new business
Full cycle prospecting activities including qualification of leads, cold calls, and sales presentations
Regularly meet with Sales Supervisor to review weekly sales activities, progress on goals, and status of prospective customers
Collaborate with knowledgeable customer service and technical support teams who will assist you in meeting and exceeding your sales goals
Understanding of the market in the territory to generate and prospect for new business
Utilization of tools and resources to plan and manage time and territory
Cadence and accountability - weekly review with the sales manager
Expanding while maintaining existing business
Experience, Education, Skills
Bachelor’s degree in related discipline OR a 2-year technical degree, preferably in Fluid Power; OR any suitable combination of education, training, and work experience
1-3 years industrial or technical outside sales experience
Application and troubleshooting experience with fluid power products and systems is preferred
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
Valid driver's license
Occasional overnight travel may be required
We Offer
Industry competitive compensation plan
Medical / Dental / Vision / 401K with match
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities
Vehicle Allowance
As a national distributor with a local presence, SunSource is a well-known full-service value-add distributor representing quality manufacturers.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. eeopost.pdf (dol.gov). WE PARTICIPATE IN E-E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish . 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 accommodations in the application process will be returned. Sun-Source | Privacy Policy
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Experience
Level of experience:Mid-level (2-5 years)
Industry :
Machinery
Spoken language(s):
English
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