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Industrial Sales Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Industrial Sales Manager

Brockton, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

NorthEast Electrical is seeking a Full-time, Sales Manager to join our Industrial team in Brockton ... Associate Discounts * Tuition Reimbursement * Opportunity to become a shareholder * Employer-paid ...

Industrial Sales Manager

Brockton, MA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

NorthEast Electrical is seeking a Full-time, Sales Manager to join our Industrial team in Brockton ... Associate Discounts * Tuition Reimbursement * Opportunity to become a shareholder * Employer-paid ...

Inside Sales Associate

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$55K - $59K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Multi-location Independent Industrial Parts Distributor is seeking an Inside Sales Representative for its Battle Creek, MI branch office. The job entails existing account management and some new ...

Industrial Sales Specialist

Mount Pleasant, WI · On-site

$35 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent field-related experience. * Minimum of 3 years of successful sales and/or customer service experience in a technical or manufacturing environment, or ...

Industrial Sales Account Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

QED employs over 500 associates across 18 branches within Arizona and Colorado to serve commercial ... Industrial Sales Account Manager This is a great opportunity to launch an exciting career in ...

Industrial Sales Account Manager

Denver, CO

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

QED employs over 500 associates across 18 branches within Arizona and Colorado to serve commercial ... Industrial Sales Account Manager This is a great opportunity to launch an exciting career in ...

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How much do industrial sales associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for industrial sales associate in the United States is $17.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an industrial sales associate?

Industrial Sales Associates are professionals who sell products and solutions to businesses in industrial sectors, such as manufacturing, construction, and engineering. Their responsibilities typically include identifying potential clients, understanding customer needs, demonstrating products, negotiating contracts, and maintaining long-term business relationships. They often work with technical or specialized equipment and must have a good understanding of both the products they sell and the industries they serve. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are important in this role. Industrial Sales Associates play a key role in driving revenue growth for their companies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an industrial sales associate?

To thrive as an Industrial Sales Associate, you need a solid understanding of sales techniques, product knowledge in industrial goods, and typically a bachelor's degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with CRM software, sales analytics tools, and ERP systems is commonly required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, persuasive communication, and resilience under pressure help individuals excel in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for building client relationships, meeting sales targets, and driving business growth in a competitive industrial market.

What are some common challenges faced by industrial sales associates when building client relationships?

Industrial Sales Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating complex purchasing processes, understanding highly technical product specifications, and establishing trust with decision-makers in large industrial organizations. They must be proactive in learning about clients' operations and pain points to offer tailored solutions. Additionally, balancing the needs of multiple clients while meeting sales targets requires strong organizational and communication skills. Building long-term relationships involves persistence, continuous follow-up, and staying updated on industry trends.
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Infographic showing various Industrial Sales Associate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 21% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,566 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Industrial Sales Manager

Sonepar

Brockton, MA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Job description

NorthEast Electrical is seeking a Full-time, Sales Manager to join our Industrial team in Brockton, MA!
A career at NorthEast Electrical is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real difference for our customers. NorthEast Electrical offers electrical products and services to contractors. If it helps bring electricity to an office, home, factory or other building - you can find it here. We operate throughout the Northeast and are part of the Sonepar group, the world's #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates around the globe.
Being "Powered by Difference" means we respect and value diverse perspectives. Within NorthEast Electrical we offer a supportive culture and great benefits, and as part of the larger Sonepar group, we can offer exciting opportunities to grow your career.
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven leader to manage and inspire our high-performing outside sales team as well as oversight to our inside sales team. The Industrial Sales Manager will develop strategies to expand our customer base and enhance our presence at existing accounts. This role involves close collaboration with senior leadership to achieve strategic growth and profitability goals for the Industrial Region.
What a day in this role looks like:
  • Surpass team sales and profitability targets
  • Monitor and evaluate sales team performance, implementing changes to ensure ongoing success
  • Oversee resource planning, reporting, territories, incentives, and communications for the team
  • Collaborate with leadership to manage budgets and develop initiatives to achieve revenue, profit, and service goals
  • Participate in client interactions to ensure cross-training, customer satisfaction, and regular management involvement
  • Develop the sales team's competency in value-add services and solution selling
  • Conduct one-on-one reviews to assess performance, provide guidance, and identify development needs
  • Conduct annual performance reviews to foster a performance management culture
  • Collaborate with marketing, credit, IT, purchasing, operations, and outside sales to facilitate new programs, messages, campaigns, and offerings
  • Set an example for Outside Sales Representatives in personal character, commitment, organizational and selling skills, and work habits
  • Engage in selling efforts as needed

What we are looking for you to bring to us:
  • 10+ years of sales leadership experience with a proven track record of growth and team performance
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A or B.S.) from a 4-year college or university
  • Preferred experience in automation, with Rockwell Automation experience being a plus
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

What We Offer You
Compensation: $160,000 to $180,000 with bonus potential
We offer great family-friendly benefits to full-time associates:
  • Healthcare plans
  • Dental & vision
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Professional and personal development programs
  • Associate Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Opportunity to become a shareholder
  • Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Employer-paid life insurance for spouse and dependents
  • Robust wellness program
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We're proud to be a military-friendly company, and our many employee resource groups (ERGs) help you make connections and feel supported.
Learn More About Us
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NorthEast Electrical is part of the Sonepar family of brands: https://www.soneparusa.com/us-en/about-us
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Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.
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