PWe’re Hiring: Business Developer @ The Paperplane Workshop /ppThe Paperplane Workshop is an Italian design-to-production consultancy for footwear, apparel, and accessories. We partner with international brands across design, development, sourcing, and production, turning ideas into finished products. /ppWe’re looking for a Business Developer to grow our client portfolio in Europe and the US. Someone who thrives on building relationships, spotting opportunities, and closing deals in the fashion footwear space. /ppWhat you’ll do /pulliIdentify and approach new brand partners /liliBuild long-term relationships with design directors, sourcing managers, and founders /liliRepresent us at trade shows, events, and client meetings /liliShape proposals and service offers with the CEO /liliHand over projects seamlessly to our design ops team /li /ulpWhat we’re looking for /pulliProven experience in business development / sales in fashion, footwear, or consumer goods /liliStrong network of industry contacts (Europe/US) /liliExcellent communication negotiation skills /liliEntrepreneurial mindset — a self-starter who loves creating opportunities /liliFluent in English (Italian is a plus) /li /ulpWhat we offer /pulliBase salary + performance-based commission /liliWork with leading and emerging brands in the fashion industry /liliCreative, international team and strong supplier network /liliDirect impact: your results will shape the future of The Paperplane Workshop /liliPotential to touch various areas of project see all process at first hand /liliGreat office environment /liliWe're based in small Italian town on the coast so food weather is pretty good /liliOh and our office has a sea view. not something most big brands can boast :) /li /ulpLocation /pulliLavagna, GE /liliOff-site / Hybrid is also an option /li /ul