SunSource

Outside Sales Account Manager – Industrial Supply

SunSource

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: United States

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About the role

  • Own and grow a defined territory of core and target mining and industrial MRO accounts
  • Build strong relationships with mine managers, maintenance leaders, safety teams, and purchasing
  • Spend your days on customer sites identifying needs, solving problems, and supporting uptime
  • Develop and execute territory action plans to capture a larger share of wallet within key accounts
  • Promote and sell a broad portfolio of industrial and safety-focused MRO products, including: Hydraulic hose & fittings, Industrial hose, Safety products (gas detection, breathing apparatus, PPE), General MRO, lubrication, filtration, electrical products, wire & cable, and communications
  • Partner with branch managers and internal teams to align inventory, pricing, and service support
  • Work closely with Inventory Control to manage stock levels and reduce obsolete inventory
  • Track activity and opportunities using CRM and provide clear, professional communication internally and externally
  • Occasional overnight travel as required within the territory

Requirements

  • HS Diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred (business, sales, marketing, mechanical, engineering, or related field)
  • 2+ years of industrial outside sales experience (mining, heavy industrial, or MRO strongly preferred)
  • Proven ability to grow accounts and build long-term customer relationships
  • Familiarity with industrial products such as hydraulics, hose, safety, or plant/MRO supplies
  • Strong communication skills—comfortable talking with both shop-floor personnel and leadership
  • Self-motivated, organized, and disciplined in managing a field-based territory
  • Comfortable using CRM systems and MS Office
  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to be in the field daily
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation plan aligned with performance
  • Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Ongoing product, sales, and professional development training
  • A team-oriented culture that values accountability, growth, and long-term careers—not just short-term wins
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
industrial salesaccount growthcustomer relationship managementterritory action plansMRO productshydraulicssafety productslubricationfiltrationelectrical products
Soft Skills
communicationself-motivatedorganizeddisciplinedproblem-solvingrelationship buildingcustomer serviceteam collaborationnegotiationtime management
Certifications
HS DiplomaGEDBachelor’s degree