Improving the sustainability of the textile dyeing industry
Job Description – Business Development Associate
Company:
We engineer nature's brilliance to pioneer a new approach to colour. At Colorifix we have developed a biological process that replaces the use of harmful chemicals to create colour and dye for the textile industry by using a novel, sustainable, and environmentally friendly process - a radical approach to making colour that is better for the planet and better for people. Colorifix has been recognised for its revolutionary work by being award-winning in both synthetic biology and fashion. We are backed by investors including H&M and Inter IKEA Ventures.
There is a highly interdisciplinary team of brilliant people here, and that is why we are just as proud of the team as we are of the technology. Whilst it is our mission to transform the industry, we will get there faster, and enjoy the journey, by being a great place to work.
We promote and adhere to our company values of Trust, Sustainability, Respect, Inclusivity and Social Conscience.
Role description:
As a Business Development Associate, you will be responsible for conducting market research, maintaining client relationships, and promoting good communication cross divisionally. You will be working from our offices based at Jesufrei, Portugal.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Filter inbound enquiries via our CRM, LinkedIn, personal and group emails, and respond accordingly.
- Research and identify new business opportunities.
- Attending trade fairs and exhibitions representing the company and generating new leads.
- Meet with prospective new clients for initial discussions.
- Onboard new customers and handle contracts.
- Foster and develop customer relationships for key accounts.
- Plan and manage customer expectations by working strategically and communicating well with other teams.
- Have a thorough comprehension of the company’s technology and products.
- Provide technical information and coordinate presentations when required.
- Coordinate and produce the colour palette documentation for the business.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in the fashion and textile industry.
- Maintain knowledge of key competitor activities.
- Develop and implement customer management strategies.
- Stay organised by updating the CRM and our Notion software regularly for administrative tasks.
- Periodic overseas travel will be required.
Knowledge, skills and abilities:
- A minimum of 5 years in a professional environment inclusive of Textile sales experience (3+ years).
- Knowledge of the Fashion / Textile Industry.
- In-depth knowledge of fabric/woven and fibre structures.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically on sales.
- Great interpersonal, communication, and presentational skills.
- High proficiency in English and Portuguese.
- Interest in sustainability.
- Your personality can be described as collaborative, entrepreneurial, pro-active, responsible, result-driven, and flexible.
Title: Business Development Associate
Reports to: Head of Business Development
Location: Jesufrei, Vila Nova De Famalicao, Portugal
Holidays: 22 + BH
Closing date for applications is 31st August 2025.
Colorifix is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
