Sales Operations Specialist
Tsugami America · Windsor, CT · 3 wk ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time
About the Role
The Sales Operations & Support Specialist is an office-based role responsible for providing critical operational, technical, and administrative support to the Outside Sales team. This position plays a key role in ensuring sales processes run smoothly, customer expectations are met, and internal coordination across Sales, Marketing, Contracts, and Project Management is effective. A primary focus includes ownership and support of the CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) system and maintaining accurate customer and sales data within Salesforce.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive support to the Outside Sales team to help meet and exceed company sales goals.
- Serve as a key internal point of contact to ensure excellent customer experience for all stakeholders.
- Partner closely with the Marketing team on sales-related initiatives, campaigns, and materials.
- Act as the primary owner of the CPQ (Configure, Price & Quote) system, including maintaining accurate customer and deal information in Salesforce.
- Collaborate with Contracts and Project Management teams to ensure customer machine details, statements of work (SOWs), and shipment schedules are accurate and completed on time.
- Support customers with technical inquiries by identifying, coordinating with, and following up with the appropriate internal resources.
- Create machine tool layouts, including sizes, specifications, and weights, to support sales and project planning efforts.
- Work with key stakeholders to ensure Statements of Work (SOWs) are properly created, communicated, and adhered to.
- Coordinate scheduling and logistics related to hosting customers, including visits, demonstrations, and meetings.
- Prepare deal sheets, pricing documentation, and product line pricing support as needed.
- Demonstrate strong, proactive, and effective communication with both internal teams and external customers.
- Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail across all responsibilities.
- Perform related duties as required.
- Occasional travel may be required.
Requirements
- College degree preferred.
- Prior experience in a sales support, sales operations, or technical support role is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience with CPQ systems strongly preferred.
- SolidWorks experience is a plus.
- Ability to quickly learn and become fully versed in key operating systems and internal tools.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Proficient math and analytical skills to support pricing and deal development.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude and willingness to learn complex systems and product details.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary.
- Market competitive comprehensive health benefits including a zero premium medical plan offering, vision, dental, and company paid life insurance.
- Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year.
- 10 Company Paid Holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee appreciation events and perks.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
- Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises.
- Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees.
- Ability to frequently use hands and arms.
- Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to work responsibly and professionally in dynamic job sites that may involve tight timelines, changing priorities, and interaction with customers and team members.
- Certain positions are designated as safety-sensitive due to the nature of the work performed. Employees in these roles may also be expected to:
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach for extended periods while servicing equipment.
- Work in tight spaces or awkward positions, including accessing equipment interiors and elevated areas.
- Strong hand–eye coordination and fine motor skills required for precise electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic work.
- Work in industrial environments, with exposure to noise, lubricants, coolants, metal chips, and other manufacturing conditions, while consistently wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).