Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Development Program

Job Description

Industrial Sales Account Manager Trainee – Development Program | GHX Industrial, LLC

The Tone:
This is a full-time industrial sales development program at GHX Industrial, LLC, with initial training in Houston, TX, followed by relocation to an assigned sales territory. GHX Industrial, a SunSource company, is a growing, dynamic organization with roots traced back to 1937, recognized nationwide as a value-added distributor and fabricator of industrial gaskets and hoses. This role is crucial for launching recent graduates into a successful sales career by providing comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and dedicated mentorship, ultimately preparing them to solve real-world customer problems.

The TL;DR
• Role: Trainee – Development Program
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Houston, TX (for training), then relocation to an assigned territory

• Team: Grow Our Own (GO2) – Industrial Sales Development Program; mentored by experienced Account Managers
• Mission: To develop into a full-time industrial sales account manager by gaining comprehensive product, technical, and full cycle outside sales skills.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Training: Participate in structured training programs at one of GHX’s sales hubs, receiving in-depth product training.
• Mentorship: Receive ongoing mentorship and professional development to guide your career path in industrial sales.
• Sales Development: Learn and practice full cycle outside sales skills, including customer engagement and problem-solving.
• Collaboration: Work alongside experienced Account Managers on joint sales calls to observe and apply sales strategies.
• Customer Engagement: Build relationships with new and existing customers, solving their problems through technical and product solutions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level position requiring an Associate degree or technical training in a related field.
• Experience: Willingness to relocate for 12+ months of training and for final placement; ability to start in Spring or Summer 2026.
• Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to be outgoing, friendly, approachable, and build relationships; mechanical interest and aptitude; competitive nature with a commitment to delivering top results.
• Bonus: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Distribution, Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales, or related field; coursework, training, or certifications in Fluid Power, Fluid Process, or Fluid Conveyance; internship or co-op experience in a sales/distribution or manufacturing environment.