Sales Specialist (West Coast)

Are you a persuasive and results-driven communicator who thrives in the fast-paced world of sales? If you’re passionate about connecting with customers, conducting compelling demos, and driving successful sales outcomes, you might be the ideal fit for our Sales Specialist role!

Who we are

We believe the future is a tech stack of integrated best-of-breed SaaS products, with Katana at the center.

Since 2017, we've given businesses worldwide a live look at their inventory, uniting all the processes and tools they use with intuitive and easy-to-use cloud inventory software. Our customers range from mom-and-pop shops to multi-million-dollar businesses. To date, we have raised over $51 million in funding from VC firms and angel investors who, like us, believe the inventory software space needs more love.

Our customer base is growing rapidly; the same goes for our product. We're launching new features and updates every week, and there's no plan to stop anytime soon.

Who are we looking for?

We seek a highly motivated and customer-focused Sales Specialist to join our growing team. As a Sales Specialist at Katana Cloud Inventory, you will conduct product demos, facilitate discovery calls, and engage in outbound outreach to nurture and convert leads. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales professional who thrives in a fast-paced SaaS environment and enjoys being a crucial part of the customer’s journey.

We are currently hiring for this role in the West Coast time zone.

What you’ll be doing

• Conduct engaging product demos to potential clients, showcasing the unique features and benefits of Katana Cloud Inventory.
• Conduct discovery calls to understand the specific needs and challenges of prospective customers.
• Implement outbound outreach strategies to generate and qualify leads for the sales pipeline.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of customer interactions, ensuring that the CRM system reflects the latest status of leads, opportunities, and customer accounts.
• Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams to enhance lead generation efforts.
• Utilize a variety of sales methodologies, including SPICED, Sandler, MEDDIC, SPIN, and Challenger, to drive successful sales outcomes.
• Provide exceptional customer service throughout the sales process, ensuring a positive experience for potential clients.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor products, and market dynamics to position Katana Cloud Inventory in the market effectively.

What we’re looking for in you

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in sales, with a specific focus on Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions.
• Demonstrated success in conducting impactful product demos, leading effective discovery calls, and executing strategic outbound outreach in the SaaS industry.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with potential clients.
• Proven self-motivation and results-driven mindset, with a track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, specifically HubSpot or Salesforce, to effectively manage and track leads, opportunities, and customer interactions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to navigate evolving customer needs and industry trends.

What we offer

• Growth experience at the fastest-growing inventory startup in the world
• A connected team, we celebrate our diverse culture with Katanauts located all over the world
• A working environment that fits you and a WFH budget that supports you in designing an inspiring workspace
• A competitive salary and employee stock option program (we want everybody to feel engaged and share the fruits of our collective effort)
• 28 days of paid vacation per year + 3 paid health days
• Health and Wellness package
• Getting older is a serious thing, and it calls for some serious celebration! Therefore, we give you your birthday off as a gift.
• A team vibe to keep you smiling even on the rainiest days
• World-class team events; We celebrate in person annually at our company Summer Days and get together remotely as often as possible.

Salary Range: $85-$95k base + commission