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. www.ghxinc.comWe are currently seeking an Account Manager for a sales territory in Chicago, IL. Working as a fulltime outside sales account manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day sales activities of ongoing business development and customer prospecting. This position will support a well-established sales territory.
Essential Functions
- Be highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented.
- Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing skills.
- Consultatively sell company services to current and potential clients (B2B).
- Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets.
- Follow up and develop new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
- Prepare presentations, proposals for current and potential customers.
- Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge.
- Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships.
- Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up.
- Identify and resolve client concerns.
- Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, and follow-up.
- Work effectively with Inside Sales staff.
- Participate in marketing events such as seminars and trade shows.
- Follow-up for collection of payment.
- Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services.
Education, Experience, Skills
- HS Diploma or GED; Bachelor degree in related field is preferred
- 5+ years of outside sales experience within the industrial hose and gasket industry is strongly preferred
- 3+ years experience within OEM industrial sales focused on value add and technical capabilities is required
- Must be able to successfully function in a fast-paced high volume sales environment
- Computer proficiency with standard business programs is required (MS Office, MS Excel, Outlook, CRM etc.)
- Valid driver's license is required
- Some overnight travel may be required
GHX Offers
- Industry competitive compensation plan
- Medical / Dental/ Vision / 401(k)
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities
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). Sun-Source | Privacy Policy#ghxasscWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses.
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