We’re Hiring: Business Developer @ The Paperplane WorkshopThe 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.We’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.What you’ll doIdentify and approach new brand partnersBuild long-term relationships with design directors, sourcing managers, and foundersRepresent us at trade shows, events, and client meetingsShape proposals and service offers with the CEOHand over projects seamlessly to our design & ops teamWhat we’re looking forProven experience in business development / sales in fashion, footwear, or consumer goodsStrong network of industry contacts (Europe/US)Excellent communication & negotiation skillsEntrepreneurial mindset — a self-starter who loves creating opportunitiesFluent in English (Italian is a plus)What we offerBase salary + performance-based commission Work with leading and emerging brands in the fashion industryCreative, international team and strong supplier networkDirect impact: your results will shape the future of The Paperplane WorkshopPotential to touch various areas of project & see all process at first handGreat office environmentWe're based in small Italian town on the coast so food & weather is pretty goodOh and our office has a sea view. not something most big brands can boast :)LocationLavagna, GEOff-site / Hybrid is also an option