Sales Account Specialist

Location: Salem, OR, 3992 Fairview Industrial Dr SE, Suite 110, Salem, OR 97302, USA

MFCP (Motion & Flow Control Products, Inc.) is the largest Parker Hannifin distributor and the premier unrivaled leader in motion and flow control solutions. We offer an expansive range of cutting‑edge industrial systems and solutions designed to power the future of automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, aerospace, and beyond.

At MFCP, we don't just distribute — we innovate. Specializing in system design, fabrication, and tailored solutions, we provide expert services that include fluid power repair, precision hose and tube assemblies, and custom OEM sub‑assemblies. With over 55 locations across the Western U.S., MFCP is on a rapid growth trajectory, and we're seeking talented professionals to help us elevate fluid power distribution to new heights.

Join us and be part of an exciting future.

Position Summary:

Key responsibilities include maintaining a customer base through Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and regular scheduled deliveries while developing and maintaining positive relationships.

Primary Duties:

• Maintain existing customers and support VMI accounts.
• Coordinate routes and schedules with branch manager and other TSMs.
• Drive around and take inventory for customers and deliver products.
• Coordinate efforts with all appropriate departments and personnel to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Strive to consistently maximize profitability by utilizing programs, promotions, and product support materials.
• Communicate regularly with management on sales goals, market trends, challenges, and opportunities; review all accounts, attend training, and work with factory representatives regularly.
• Address and resolve all customer requests with a positive approach.
• Act as a technical resource for customers and others in the organization.
• Comply with all company rules, policies, and procedures and adhere to strict Safety Guidelines.
• Job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee for this job.
• Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Basic Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age to apply, as driving is required with a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, in accordance with company guidelines.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Inside/Outside Sales is preferred.
• Experience with industrial distribution preferred; familiarity with industrial and hydraulic hose and fittings, especially Parker Hannifin, is a plus.
• Detail oriented with solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Must be able to perform basic math functions, as well as understand and apply more complex calculations such as gross profit/gross margin and averages.
• Solid computer skills including use of MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook), with a willingness to learn new software programs. Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 is a plus.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• This position performs outside sales duties and requires work in office as necessary for meetings and to complete administrative duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and drive; job requires frequent lifting up to 70 pounds, stooping, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, pulling, constantly walking/standing on cement flooring, and climbing ladders as needed.
• Work environment may vary including warehouse containing moving equipment, fluctuating temperature and inventory in various storage arrangements, office work, manufacturing, machine shops, agricultural operations, and other specific business operations of current or potential customers.
• The physical demands and work environment reflected are representative of those encountered by employees when performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Compensation: $26-$28/hour, DOE

• 401(k) Investment Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Incentive Programs – Employee referral program
• Earned Wage Access

Candidates are subject to pre‑employment criminal background, drug screen and DMV record review, along with possible reference checks.

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