Job Title: Business Development Associate
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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Business Development Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for conducting market research, maintaining client relationships, and promoting good communication across divisions.
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Your primary objective will be to identify and pursue new business opportunities, attend trade fairs and exhibitions, and meet with prospective clients to discuss potential partnerships.
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You will also be responsible for onboarding new customers, handling contracts, and developing customer relationships for key accounts. Additionally, you will plan and manage customer expectations by working strategically and communicating effectively with other teams.
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To succeed in this role, you must have a thorough understanding of our company's technology and products, as well as excellent technical information-providing and presentation-coordinating skills.
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Other responsibilities include coordinating color palette documentation, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and developments in the fashion and textile industry, and maintaining knowledge of key competitor activities.
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You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to achieve our mission of transforming the industry through sustainable practices.
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The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of professional experience, including 3+ years in textile sales. You will possess strong interpersonal, communication, and presentational skills, as well as high proficiency in English and Portuguese.
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We offer a competitive benefits package, including 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. The successful candidate will report to the Head of Business Development and work from our offices in Jesufrei, Portugal.
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We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are passionate about sustainability and have a collaborative, entrepreneurial, pro-active, responsible, result-driven, and flexible personality, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.