Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Training & development
Sales Manager | Siftex Equipment Company | South Windsor, CT
Full-Time | Competitive Base + Commission + Benefits | In-Office | Immediate Start
Siftex Equipment Company is a growing South Windsor, CT-based manufacturer specializing in custom and flexible connectors. We have a tight-knit, talented team, and we’re proud of the culture we’ve built and the people who make it happen.
The Sales Manager is the face of our brand — a trusted partner to our customers and a values-driven leader who sets the tone for how we do business. This role goes beyond revenue: you’ll drive strategy, lead marketing efforts, protect our margins, and build lasting relationships. If you lead with integrity and thrive on growth, this role was built for you.
Why Work Here
We believe great work deserves great rewards. Here’s what you’ll get:
A culture worth showing up for: driven, collaborative, and refreshingly human — a team that checks its ego at the door, celebrates wins, and gets things done without the noise
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
Generous commission and incentive plan — real earning potential tied to your results
Health Insurance: 75% company paid after just 3 months
Life, disability, critical illness & accident insurance: 100% company paid
Paid time off: 2 weeks vacation + 1 week personal time + 13 paid holidays
Two performance-based bonuses per year — because we share our success
3% 401(k) contribution + 3% profit sharing — we invest in your future\
Workplace perks: complimentary cereal bar, daily soup selection, monthly luncheons, and team outings
This isn’t just a job — it’s a place where you’re valued, celebrated, and invested in.
The Role
The Sales Manager owns Siftex’s external relationships and is responsible for growing our customer base, protecting our margins, and representing everything we stand for. You’ll work closely with our General Manager and Customer Service Manager to align sales strategy, marketing, and pricing — and you’ll do it all with a high standard of honesty, respect, and service.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development
Drive new customer acquisition and grow existing accounts across territories
Own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and quoting to closing and follow-through
Build lasting relationships with resellers, OEMs, and end users
Conduct domestic and international customer site visits, assess needs, and deliver expert recommendations
Represent Siftex at trade shows and industry events
Track and analyze sales data to inform strategy and report on performance
Customer Training & Service
Serve as the primary external face of Siftex — a trusted advisor to every customer
Train customers and their staff on proper product usage and application
Deliver a consistently high standard of communication, follow-up, and care
Marketing
Lead Siftex’s marketing function and serve as the primary liaison to our external marketing agency
Develop and execute marketing strategy in close partnership with the General Manager
Ensure a consistent, compelling brand presence across all customer touchpoints
Pricing Strategy
Collaborate with the General Manager and Customer Service Manager to develop pricing strategy and discount guidelines
Use data and market insight to make smart, strategic pricing decisions that protect gross profit
Collaboration & Culture
Work closely with the Customer Service Manager, who leads the CSR team, to ensure alignment between sales and service
Bring a check-your-ego, team-first attitude to every interaction
Champion a culture of integrity, respect, and genuine service — internally and externally
What We’re Looking For
Required
Minimum 5 years of B2B sales experience (10+ years preferred)
Bachelor’s degree required; or equivalent combination of education and experience
High standard of ethics, integrity, and professionalism — this is non-negotiable
Strong analytical mindset — comfortable with sales data, pricing, and margin metrics
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Self-directed, with strong time management and the ability to thrive with minimal oversight
Ability to travel 40–50% of the time and work from our South Windsor, CT office
Preferred
B2B sales experience in processing industries: food, chemical, pharmaceutical, paper, or similar
Familiarity with reseller, OEM, or multi-channel sales environments
Experience working in or visiting industrial and manufacturing facilities
Prior sales leadership or team mentorship experience
Ready to Make an Impact?
We’re a manufacturer with a great product, a close-knit team, and a culture that rewards people who show up, do the right thing, and care about their work. If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk.
Apply today and take the next step in your sales career with a company that truly values its people.
Full-time | Immediate start available | In-office position; remote only when traveling for business
We are an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including criminal history.