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Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Handling Equipment

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The posting

Fluid Process Equipment (FPE), a SunSource company, is a provider of innovative pumps, products and services that can assist with all of your fluid handling requirements. We have been serving our customers needs for over 30 years. www.fpepumps.com

Fluid Process Equipment (FPE), a SunSource Company, is seeking an experienced Account Manager to drive growth in our South Central Michiganterritory.

This isn't a typical outside sales role - it's an opportunity to combine technical expertise with consultative selling to help industrial customers solve complex process challenges. With the support of experienced Inside Sales professionals, leading manufacturers, and technical resources, you'll have the autonomy to grow your business and the earning potential to be rewarded for your success

Essential Functions

  • Manage and grow an established territory by strengthening existing customer relationships while identifying new business opportunities .
  • Meet with engineers, technicians, plant managers, and procurement professionals to recommend process solutions equipment involving related process pumps and parts.
  • Build trusted relationships with customers and manufacturer partners by providing technical expertise and application support.
  • Conduct product training and educational presentations with customers and engineering firms to position our solutions early in project specifications.
  • Collaborate with Inside Sales to review specifications, develop competitive quotations, and deliver exceptional customer service .
  • Provide technical guidance on equipment selection, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  • Plan and execute a minimum of five customer visits per day while maintaining an active sales pipeline and accurate CRM records.
  • Increase market share through strategic account management , consultative selling , and new business development .
  • Participate in manufacturer training programs and professional organizations to maintain product and industry expertise.

Experience, Education and Skills

  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering, business or related field is preferred.
  • 2+ years of outside industrial sales experience, preferably focused on sales of fluid process equipment such as process pumps and related products.
  • Demonstrated success growing territory revenue , developing new business , and managing consultative sales opportunities .
  • Inside sales or application support experience is a plus.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents, engineering drawings, and product specifications.
  • Strong consultative selling , communication, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at every level, from maintenance technicians to executive leadership.
  • Self-motivated with excellent planning, organization, and time management skills.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • This field-based role requires travel , primarily local day trips throughout your assigned territory. Occasional overnight travel for training, customer meetings, and business development activities is expected.

Why FPE?

At Fluid Process Equipment, you'll have the opportunity to represent industry-leading manufacturers while helping customers solve critical process challenges. We offer the tools, support, and flexibility you need to build a successful career, including:

  • Competitive base salary plus uncapped monthly commissions
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
  • Company laptop, cell phone, and mileage reimbursement
  • Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development opportunities
  • Strong support from experienced Inside Sales and manufacturer partners
  • The autonomy to manage your territory and build lasting customer relationships #LI-BC1

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 recruiting@sunsrce.com 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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Where you can sell from

Fully remote, for people based in United States.

Taken from SunSource's own posting, last seen live on 14 Nov 2026.

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About SunSource

Hydraulic and pneumatic components, hose and fittings, pumps and fluid handling, process filtration, valves and instrumentation, automation and motion control parts, plus repair and engineered systems, sold through more than 270 locations to manufacturers, machine builders, mines and energy producers.

Pay schedule: Account managers earn salary plus commission, some on a draw or monthly guarantee until they switch to commission, often with a company vehicle or car allowance, plus medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with match and tuition reimbursement; GO2 trainees are salaried and move to commission once promoted to a territory.

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