Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Process Systems and Products
SunSource
Apply to this job Kalamazoo, MI 49008 remote Until 8/22/2026 First posted April 21, 2026 Last posted April 21, 2026
Job description
SunSource and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value-added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair. www.sun-source.com
In this position, you will develop new business in the Fluid Process industry by assisting customers to find solutions to their needs within a specified territory. You will be supported by our highly knowledgeable customer service team and supportive managers who will assist you in meeting and exceeding your sales goals. We seek an individual with a competitive mindset and entrepreneurial spirit.
This position will manage a sales territory targeting Michigan. The ideal home base location for this role is in larger metro areas such as Ann Arbor, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Detroit or similar.
Experience, Education and Skills
- 2 year technical, industrial and/or business degree OR any suitable combination of education, training and experience
- 2+ years increasing sales experience, with at least 1-year of industrial sales, preferably in fluid process, fluid handling or fluid filtration systems.
- Experience with industrial filtration products and customers is a great plus!
- Previous experience selling industrial pumps, seals and repair services beneficial
- Ability to establish and maintain business relationships.
- Must have clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Computer proficiency is required
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Overnight travel may be required
Essential Functions
- Work with your Manager to create a sales plan to develop new customers and maintain existing accounts
- Full cycle prospecting activities including qualification of leads, cold calls, customer site visits and sales presentations
- Collaborate with knowledgeable customer service and technical support teams who will assist you in meeting and exceeding your goals
- Utilization of tools, resources and CRM to plan and manage time and territory
We Offer
- Industry competitive compensation plan
- Medical / Dental / Vision / 401K
- Paid vacation and Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training opportunities
- Mileage Reimbursement
- As a national distributor with local presence, SunSource is a full-service resource for the fluid process industry representing quality manufacturers
- SunSource provides a team environment that fosters personal growth and development.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D. WE PARTICIPATE IN E-Verify. 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 accommodations in the application process will be returned. Sun-Source | Privacy Policy
About this role
Summary
Develop new business in fluid process industry, manage sales territory, build customer relationships
Job title
Outside Sales Account Manager - Fluid Process Systems and Products
Experience level
2+ years industrial sales
Industry
industrial distribution
Location requirements
Kalamazoo, MI or nearby, no remote work mentioned
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
sales experiencecustomer relationshipscommunicationdriver's licenseCRM
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
fluid processindustrial salesfluid handlingfluid filtrationindustrial pumps
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Kalamazoo, MI, USA
On-site City