Sales Development Representative (SDR)

About the role

Our client, a pioneering biomaterials company creating sustainable leather alternatives, is looking for a motivated Sales Development Representative. You will be the front‑line contact with prospective brand partners across fashion, footwear, automotive and related sectors, turning interest into concrete business opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop sales opportunities with brands in fashion, footwear and accessories.
• Manage inbound inquiries and conduct proactive outbound outreach.
• Lead customer meetings throughout the sales pipeline, from initial contact to commercial follow‑up.
• Present the company’s materials, capabilities and value proposition.
• Build relationships with product development, design and sustainability teams of target brands.
• Collaborate with the Chief Growth Officer to prioritize leads and refine outreach strategies.
• Coordinate sample hand‑offs and logistics with the Sales Coordinator.
• Attend industry events and trade shows to generate new leads.
• Provide feedback on market trends, customer needs and product requests.
• Maintain basic CRM updates and track sales activity.

Required profile

• 3–7 years of B2B sales, business development or brand partnership experience.
• Proven ability to generate and close new business opportunities.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, comfortable in an entrepreneurial startup environment.
• Ability to manage multiple sales conversations simultaneously.
• Passion for sustainability, material innovation and emerging manufacturing technologies.

Required skills

• Experience with CRM software; Hubspot is a plus.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the growth of a fast‑moving sustainable materials company.
• Collaborative environment with direct access to senior leadership.
• Exposure to leading brands in fashion, footwear and automotive sectors.