Program Manager - Outside Sales Training

Program Manager - Entry Level Sales Development

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America's leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. SunSource, a national leader in value-add industrial distribution, is seeking a Sales Training Manager to lead our early-career development program for new sales professionals. In this high-impact role, you'll design and manage a structured onboarding and training experience for recent graduates and early-career hires preparing them for successful, long-term careers in industrial sales.

We're looking for a skilled sales professional and people developer who is passionate about mentoring others, building scalable programs, and driving performance through coaching.

Why Join SunSource?

3,000+ employees across 200+ North American locations

National footprint in fluid power, automation, MRO, and industrial services

Robust investment in early-career talent and leadership development

Make a measurable difference in the careers of high-potential sales hires

Learn more : www.sun-source.com

What You'll Do

Recruitment and Onboarding

Collaborate with the HR team and participate in recruiting strategies and events throughout the year

Conduct onboarding sessions to familiarize new hires with company culture, values, and sales processes

Lead a Sales Training Program

Design, implement, and evolve a comprehensive 612-month onboarding and training program

Develop and deliver training content : sales techniques, product knowledge, CRM, territory management, and more

Use engaging delivery methods (virtual, classroom, and hands-on role plays)

Establish performance benchmarks and track trainee progress

Coach and Mentor Talent

Provide coaching and feedback to help trainees develop critical selling skills

Pair new hires with mentors, monitor progress, and guide career development plans

Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and motivation

Collaborate Across the Business

Partner with sales leadership, HR, and regional managers to recruit top candidates

Align training with company sales strategy, product priorities, and market dynamics

Continuously gather feedback and adjust program for ongoing success

What You Need

Bachelor's degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, or Technical field preferred)

5+ years of B2B sales experience (industrial, distribution, or manufacturing preferred)

Prior experience managing a sales training program for entry-level / recent graduates is highly preferred.

Strong communication, coaching, and leadership skills

Ability to influence, energize, and inspire a team

Willingness to travel 1015%

The Ideal Candidate is

Strong track record in B2B sales performance

Passionate about mentoring and developing people

Highly organized with a program-building mindset

Strategic thinker who thrives in collaborative environments

Let's Build the Future Together!

This is more than a training role it's a leadership opportunity to shape SunSource's next generation of sales talent.

If you're ready to make a long-term impact by developing future sales talent, we want to hear from you.

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