LA - Application Engineer - Inside Sales Technical Support - Fluid Process Industrial Supply at SunSource

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Industrial Supply, Process IndustriesIndustries

Requirements

Mechanical degree preferred but not required; equivalent combination of work experience, training, and/or technical education will be considered
Some inside sales or technical support experience is a plus
Experience in fluid process manufacturing or distribution environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Learn the products that we represent, their appropriate applications, their strengths and weaknesses, as well as our competitor's capabilities
Prepare proposals and quotes of pumps and mixers to provide technical solutions for customers
Learn each supplier's sizing and selection program and procedure
Develop quotations for our customers for our equipment and maintain internal files
Enter orders in our order handling system after review of customer order to confirm consistency with our proposal
Develop working relationships with our suppliers and factory personnel
Develop relationships with our customers so that they think of our Company first for their rotating equipment needs
Work with our customers to resolve any warranty issues should they occur
Work with other inside sales staff to increase productivity and efficiency

Skills

pumps

mixers

proposal preparation

quotations

sizing and selection

order entry

technical support

inside sales

fluid process equipment

rotating equipment

SunSource

Distributes fluid power components and systems

About SunSource

SunSource distributes fluid power components and systems for industries such as OEM, MRO, and mobile equipment. Their services include design and engineering support, supply chain optimization, and repair capabilities, all aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs for clients. Unlike competitors, SunSource combines a national reach with a strong local presence, ensuring personalized customer service and technical support. The company focuses on building meaningful relationships and developing its associates, with the goal of delivering high-quality products and services that drive growth.

Windsor, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2001Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Industrial & ManufacturingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Competition from online marketplaces like Amazon Business threatens traditional distributors.

Electric and hybrid equipment may reduce demand for traditional fluid power components.

Supply chain vulnerabilities could impact SunSource's ability to meet customer demands.

Differentiation

SunSource offers comprehensive services including design, engineering, and supply chain optimization.

The company has over 85 years of experience in the fluid power sector.

SunSource emphasizes associate development and strong customer-supplier relationships.

Upsides

Growing demand for energy-efficient hydraulic systems boosts SunSource's market potential.

IoT integration enhances predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and improving efficiency.

Rise of electric and hybrid equipment creates new opportunities for component supply.

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