Co Founder at Smartstorey
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Smartstory - Associate - Business Development (0-3 yrs)
What You'll Do :
- Cold Calling & Prospecting : Identify and connect with key players in the hospitality industry, including hotels, restaurants, resorts, and other venues, to promote our line of eco-friendly furniture.
- Building Relationships : Get your foot in the door with procurement teams and decision-makers, establishing trust and long-term partnerships.
- Entrepreneurial Hustle : This isn't just a sales job. We want someone who thinks like an entrepreneur, spotting new opportunities and finding creative ways to bring in business.
- Sustainability Messaging : Leverage the unique selling point of sustainable furniture to differentiate our products and align with clients' corporate social responsibility goals.
- Customized Solutions : Collaborate with clients to provide tailored furniture solutions that meet their design, functional, and sustainability needs.
- Negotiation & Closing : Work deals through to completion, from initial contact to signed contract, while ensuring win-win negotiations.
- Feedback Loop : Stay close to customers, providing insights on trends, client needs, and market shifts to help guide the company's growth strategy.
What You'll Learn :
- Sales & Negotiation : Gain hands-on experience in high-level B2B sales and the art of negotiation in a fast-paced, real-world setting.
- Sustainable Practices : Immerse yourself in the rapidly growing field of sustainable products, learning the ins and outs of eco-friendly manufacturing and sourcing.
- Startup Growth : Be part of an entrepreneurial environment, working closely with leadership to understand business strategies, market positioning, and product development.
- Customer Psychology : Learn how to position products not just as functional or stylish, but as part of a bigger movement towards sustainability - and why that matters to modern buyers.
What We're Looking For :
- Street Smart & Resourceful : You're not afraid to knock on doors (or pick up the phone) and find your way into the right conversations.
- Entrepreneurial Spirit : You think outside the box and are always looking for new angles and ideas to drive business forward.
- Communication Skills : You can speak to everyone from designers to C-suite execs, crafting messages that resonate with their values and needs.
- Passion for Sustainability: You care about making the world a better place and see this role as an opportunity to promote environmentally responsible solutions.
- Self-Starter : No one needs to tell you what to do. You're driven by results and love the freedom to get there in your own way.
Why Join Us :
- Mission-Driven Work : Be part of a company that is committed to sustainable business practices and reducing the environmental footprint of the furniture industry.
- Learning & Growth : You'll learn about business growth in a startup environment, sustainable product development, and cutting-edge sales techniques.
- Collaborative Culture : Work closely with a passionate, driven team that values creativity, initiative, and making a difference.
- Uncapped Earning Potential : Your success is your reward. We offer a competitive base salary with an uncapped commission structure.