Fluid Power & Automation Business Development Specialist - Outside Sales

Sunsource

Seattle, WA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation, Business Development, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Consultative Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Distribution Channel, Electricity, Field Sales, Hydraulic Engineering, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Power Engineering, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Purchasing/Procurement, Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Sales Proposals, Sales Prospecting, Sales Strategy, Solution Sales, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Sales, Territory Development
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
Today

Western Integrated Technologies (WIT), a SunSource company, is an industry leading fluid power distributor and manufacturer, serving hundreds of customers worldwide. WIT is one of the largest Parker Distributors in North America, providing customers with hydraulic and pneumatic solutions.We are seeking a results-driven Outside Sales Account Manager to grow our presence in the Seattle market. This role is ideal for a sales professional with experience in fluid power, industrial distribution, or engineered solutions who enjoys building relationships, solving technical challenges, and developing new business opportunities.In this role, you will own and grow a territory by developing strong relationships with key decision makers, identifying customer needs, and delivering tailored fluid power solutions that drive value for our customers.Essential FunctionsDevelop and grow long‑term relationships with engineers, purchasing leaders, maintenance teams, and operations decision makersIdentify and pursue new business opportunities within your territoryConduct regular customer visits, prospecting activities, and technical sales discussionsProvide consultative solutions that leverage WIT's hydraulic, pneumatic, and engineered system capabilitiesPrepare and deliver customer proposals, presentations, and solution recommendationsCollaborate with internal teams including engineering, operations, purchasing, and leadership to deliver the right solutionsMaintain an active pipeline of opportunities and manage customer relationships through our CRM platformPartner with manufacturer representatives and leadership on key sales calls and strategic opportunitiesDevelop and execute a territory business plan to achieve sales and margin growthExperience, Education and SkillsBachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field is preferred, OR equivalent industry experienceFluid Power certification is a plus5+ years of experience in industrial sales, preferably hydraulics and pneumatics.Strong background in solution-based or consultative sellingExperience developing sales proposals, presentations, and account plansAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersFamiliarity with industrial automation, mechanical systems, electrical controls, or PLCs is a plusProficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systemsSelf‑motivated, organized, and able to thrive in a customer‑facing sales environmentA collaborative mindset and commitment to supporting team successWhy Join Us?Work with a recognized leader in fluid power distribution and engineered solutionsRepresent industry-leading manufacturersOpportunity to own and grow your territoryCollaborative culture with strong technical and operational supportCompetitive compensation and benefitsWe 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 recruiting@sunsrce.com to request reasonable accommodation. Only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned. Sun-Source | Privacy Policy#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Sunsource

SunSource, a leader in industrial and mobile fluid power distribution for the past 70 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.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Manufacturing
FOUNDED
1929
WEBSITE
http://www.sun-source.com/