Fluid Power & Automation Business Development Specialist - Outside Sales

    ~$77,945 - $144,755Market Estimate
    Boise, ID 83704
    Full-Time
    Mid (3-6 yrs)
    Sales & Business Development
    Posted on June 30, 2026

    We are seeking a results-driven Outside Sales Account Manager to grow our presence in the Boise, ID 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.

    This role needs to be home based within a reasonable proximity to Boise, ID

    Essential Functions
  1. Develop and grow long-term relationships with engineers, purchasing leaders, maintenance teams, and operations decision makers
  2. Identify and pursue new business opportunities within your territory
  3. Conduct regular customer visits, prospecting activities, and technical sales discussions
  4. Provide consultative solutions that leverage WIT’s hydraulic, pneumatic, and engineered system capabilities
  5. Prepare and deliver customer proposals, presentations, and solution recommendations
  6. Collaborate with internal teams including engineering, operations, purchasing, and leadership to deliver the right solutions
  7. Maintain an active pipeline of opportunities and manage customer relationships through our CRM platform
  8. Partner with manufacturer representatives and leadership on key sales calls and strategic opportunities
  9. Develop and execute a territory business plan to achieve sales and margin growth
  10. Experience, Education and Skills
  11. Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field is preferred, OR equivalent industry experience
  12. Fluid Power certification is a plus
  13. 5+ years of experience in industrial sales, preferably hydraulics and pneumatics.
  14. Strong background in solution-based or consultative selling
  15. Experience developing sales proposals, presentations, and account plans
  16. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  17. Familiarity with industrial automation, mechanical systems, electrical controls, or PLCs is a plus
  18. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems
  19. Self-motivated, organized, and able to thrive in a customer-facing sales environment
  20. A collaborative mindset and commitment to supporting team success
  21. Why Join Us?
  22. Work with a recognized leader in fluid power distribution and engineered solutions
  23. Represent industry-leading manufacturers
  24. Opportunity to own and grow your territory
  25. Collaborative culture with strong technical and operational support
  26. Competitive compensation and benefits
  27. 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). Sun-Source | Privacy Policy #witassc

    Company:  SunSource

    Industrial distributor and solutions provider for fluid power, fluid process, conveyance, service, and automation.
    1001-5000 employees
    Industrial
    HQ: United States