Business Development & Operations Executive

Overview

Are you passionate about driving business growth, building strategic partnerships, and ensuring seamless operations within the sustainable fashion industry? Join our team as a Business Development and Operations Executive for our sustainable activewear brand. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing business development strategies, fostering brand partnerships, expanding the business through stockists and pop-ups, and overseeing operations.

If you possess a strategic mindset, and have a strong understanding of the fashion industry, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the sustainable activewear sector. Join us in shaping the future of sportswear while championing sustainability, innovation, and growth.

Job Responsibilities

Business Growth & Development (60%)

• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to drive sales growth.
• Identify new opportunities for local and global market expansion, revenue generation, and brand awareness.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential target markets, customer segments, and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with the founder to develop and implement effective sales and marketing strategies aligned with terrae's mission and vision.
• Coordinate with external visual merchandising teams to prep visually appealing displays and part-time sales team in engaging customer experiences during pop-up events.

Partnerships & Stockist Management (30%)

• Identify and establish partnerships with relevant stockists, brands, and organizations to enhance brand visibility and reach new customer segments.
• Develop and execute strategies to expand the brand's presence through stockists, including retail stores and online platforms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stockists, ensuring timely product delivery, effective inventory management, and maximum sell-through.

Operations Management (10%)

• Prepare and manage stock inventory for offline pop-ups, stockists, and online orders with the fulfilment centre team.
• Coordinate with the fulfilment centre team to optimize stock management processes and facilitate efficient order fulfillment.

What We're Looking For

• Demonstrable experience in business administration, marketing, or a related field, for a brand, preferably within the fashion, lifestyle, or sustainability industry.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to identify growth opportunities and drive business expansion.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills to establish and maintain partnerships.
• Knowledge of the sustainable fashion industry, market trends, and competitors.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using productivity tools and software for data analysis, project management, and communication.

Location:

Founded in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. However, the role will be fully remote.

Full-time/Freelance role available

✨ To apply for this role, please email your resume and a portfolio or photos of your past work to hello@shopterrae.com.