Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program
SunSource
Apply to this job New Orleans, LA 70125 on site Until 8/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted February 11, 2026 Last posted February 11, 2026
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 [email protected] 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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About this role
Summary
Participate in training to develop full cycle outside sales skills and build customer relationships.
Job title
Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program
Experience level
entry level
Minimum experience
0+ years exp
Industry
industrial distribution
Location requirements
relocation to Houston for training, then final placement elsewhere; remote work not mentioned.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
verbal communicationwritten communicationrelocation
Preferred skills
mechanical aptitudesales experienceindustrial training
Specializations
industrial gasketshosesfluid conveyanceindustrial sales
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
New Orleans, LA, USA
On-site City