Inside Sales Representative Machine Tool

KAAST MACHINE TOOLS INC; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

KAAST Machine Tools is seeking an Inside Sales Representative in the Seattle area. The role focuses on selling machine tools to new and existing customers, handling warm leads, and quoting equipment. Initial work-from-home setup precedes an in-office transition once the Seattle warehouse opens.

Candidates should have 2+ years in capital equipment or machine tool sales, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Travel is limited and local candidates are preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience.
• 2+ years of capital equipment and/or machine tool sales experience.
• Manufacturing, metal fabrication, or production industry knowledge preferred.
• Comfortable communicating with customers over the phone and via email.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Microsoft Office and CRM experience.
• Ability to work independently from a home office during the initial startup phase.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to new clients, introduce KAAST's machinery lineup, and develop relationships.
• Work on warm leads and daily incoming leads.
• Analyze and review client applications, then prepare quotes and follow up promptly.
• Learn and understand KAAST’s machine tool and fabrication equipment offerings.
• Maintain accurate customer information within CRM systems.
• Support sales growth in the Los Angeles and Southern California market.
• Stay organized, self-motivated, and proactive in daily sales activity.

Skills

2+ years sales

capital equipment

machine tool sales

communication skills

CRM

MS Office

home-office startup

Tools

CRM

MS Office

Job description

Inside Sales Rep (Machine Tools - Seattle, WA)

KAAST Machine Tools is a rapidly growing international machine tool distributor specializing in high-quality CNC and conventional metalworking equipment. Our product lineup includes mills, lathes, saws, grinders, press brakes, shears, plate rolls, angle rolls, lasers, and more. With established warehouse locations in Philadelphia, PA and Chicago, IL, KAAST is expanding operations with a new Seattle area facility opening soon. To support this growth, we are hiring an Inside Sales Representative based in the Seattle area.

This position will initially operate from a home office while we complete the launch of our Los Angeles warehouse and office location. Once the facility is operational, this role will transition to an in-office position based out of the new Seattle location. Candidates must currently reside within commuting distance of Seattle, WA.

The ideal candidate is energetic, personable, self-motivated, and comfortable building relationships over the phone and in person. This role focuses primarily on inside sales, including working warm leads, handling incoming inquiries, quoting machinery, and helping customers identify the best equipment for their applications. Travel is limited to about 10% and consists of 2-3 trade shows per year.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to new clients, introduce KAAST's extensive line up of machinery, and develop relationships.
• Work of a list of warm leads, and daily incoming leads.
• Analyze and review client applications and processes, then prepare quotes and follow up in a timely manner
• Learn and understand KAAST’s machine tool and fabrication equipment offerings
• Maintain accurate customer information within CRM systems
• Support sales growth throughout the Los Angeles and Southern California market
• Stay organized, self-motivated, and proactive in daily sales activity

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sales experience required
• 2+ years of capital equipment and/or machine tool sales experience required
• Manufacturing, metal fabrication, or production industry knowledge strongly preferred
• Comfortable communicating with customers over the phone and via email
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Microsoft Office and CRM experience
• Ability to work independently from a home office during the initial startup phase

Inside Sales Reps are responsible for pushing our machine tool equipment primarily in the Seattle area. The best person for this job is high-energy, personable, and well-spoken. This person should be familiar with the fields of manufacturing and/or production.

Work Location: Seattle, WA (Local Candidates Only)

• This position will begin as a home-based role for candidates located in the Seattle area
• Position will transition to an in-office role once KAAST’s Seattle warehouse opens
• Candidates must live in or near Seattle, WA and be able to commute to the future office location

Compensation

• Base Salary + Commission
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Expected total compensation: $60,000 – $120,000 per year

Experience:

• Sales: 2 years (Required)
• Capital Equipment / Machine Tools: 2 years (Required)