Our client is a pioneering biomaterials company developing sustainable alternatives to traditional leather, designed for use across various industries such as fashion, footwear, automotive, and home goods. Job Description Our client is seeking a highly motivated Sales Representative to support their growing commercial efforts by engaging prospective brand partners and driving new business conversations. This role involves front-line sales activity, building relationships, following up on leads, and converting interest into opportunities. Responsibilities * Actively pursue and develop sales opportunities with brands in the fashion, footwear, and accessories sectors. * Manage both inbound and outbound sales activity, including timely follow-up with inquiries and proactive outreach to new prospective brand partners. * Coordinate, manage, and lead customer meetings across all stages of the sales pipeline, from initial outreach through development and commercial follow-up. * Present the company's materials, capabilities, and value proposition to prospective customers. * Build relationships with product development, design, and sustainability teams within target brands. * Maintain regular communication with prospects to move opportunities through the sales pipeline. * Work closely with the Chief Growth Officer to prioritize leads, refine outreach strategies, and advance key opportunities. * Coordinate with the Sales Coordinator to ensure smooth handoff of samples, materials, and follow-up logistics. * Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking opportunities to generate new leads when relevant.



* Provide regular feedback on customer needs, market trends, and product requests to internal teams. * Track sales activity and maintain basic CRM updates as needed, while focusing primarily on sales engagement. Required Experience and Qualifications * 3–7 years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or brand partnership. * Experience selling to fashion, footwear, materials, textiles, automotive, or adjacent industries is strongly preferred. * Demonstrated ability to generate and close new business opportunities. * Strong relationship-building and communication skills. * Highly self-motivated and comfortable working in an entrepreneurial startup environment. * Ability to manage multiple sales conversations and follow-ups simultaneously. * Experience working with CRM software; familiarity with Hubspot is a plus. * Passion for sustainability, material innovation, and emerging manufacturing technologies. Preferred Skills * Strong organizational skills and ability to monitor and manage multiple tasks effectively. * Highly responsive in communication, ensuring prompt follow-ups and updates. Personality * Ideal candidates are highly organized and responsive, with a proactive approach to managing their tasks and communication. Software & Tools * Experience with CRM software is essential, with Hubspot being a plus. C2 Schedule 9-5 EST Salary and Benefits * Compensation structure includes a fixed monthly salary combined with a commission component tied to closed business. * Payment in USD or Local Currency according to candidate's preference. #J-*****-Ljbffr

📌 Sales Specialist (Milano)
🏢 Virtustant
📍 Milano