The Opportunity
We are looking for a technically-minded Account Manager to lead our growth across the Western States. This isn't a "catalog sales" role—we need a hunter who understands valve automation, actuation, and industrial flow control.
You will own your territory, working directly with engineers and plant managers to spec out technical solutions that drive uptime and efficiency.
What You’ll Do
Own the Territory: Identify and close new business opportunities within the [Mining / Water / Industrial] sectors across the Western region.
Technical Consultation: Act as a subject matter expert on valve automation packages (ball, gate, butterfly, and control valves).
Solution Selling: Partner with engineering teams to provide custom-actuated solutions rather than just "off-the-shelf" parts.
Drive Growth: Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation and spec-in to final contract negotiation.
What You Bring
Technical Pedigree: 3+ years of experience in industrial sales, specifically within valves and automation.
Market Knowledge: A proven track record of managing and growing accounts within the Western States.
The "Hunter" Mentality: A self-starter who is motivated by a high-trajectory company and an uncapped commission structure.
Credibility: Ability to speak the language of engineers and maintenance managers on-site.
Why Join Us?
Trajectory: We are a reputable firm scaling aggressively—there is no glass ceiling here.
Support: You’ll be backed by a strong internal engineering and operations team.
Independence: We hire experts and stay out of their way. If you know the valve market, you’ll have the autonomy to run your business.
Send Confidential resumes to: jay.petsche@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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