Business Development Manager (60-100%)

• Haelixa is a multi-award winning, fast-paced ETH spin-off. We provide a DNA-based traceability solution, helping brands mitigate supply chain risks, meet regulatory demands and secure brand trust. Our team is dedicated to innovation and strives to impact the world positively
• As a Business Development Manager at Haelixa, you will be at the forefront of driving our double-digit growth plan in the textile and fashion industry. You will work closely with our Swiss team and report directly to the CEO
• Your mission: identify, engage, and secure partnerships with leading fashion and textile brands; you will play a key role in accelerating revenue growth, expanding market reach, and driving new business opportunities
• The ideal candidate is a strategic and results-driven sales professional with a proven track record in B2B solution sales and business development, capable of building strong relationships and delivering tangible business impact

Responsibilities:

• Gain access to and build strong relationships with C-level fashion brand representatives
• Convert leads and opportunities into customers with recurring revenues
• Negotiate contracts and close sales with target customers
• Identify and evaluate prospects and create strategic action plans
• Collaborate closely with marketing and project managers
• Monitor the competitive landscape, analyse market trends and communicate product feedback
• Document and feed all progress in our CRM (HubSpot)

Your profile:

• Proven track record in scaling B2B businesses or driving significant new business growth
• Minimum 3 years of B2B sales experience in solution-based selling, ideally within a fast-paced environment
• University degree in Business Administration, Textile Engineering, or a related field is preferred

Swiss/EU/EFTA work permit

• A strong industry network within textile fashion brands is essential
• Strategic mindset with the ability to analyse complex value chains and craft compelling value propositions
• Exceptional communication & influencing skills, capable of engaging key stakeholders at all levels
• Hunter mentality – proactive, results-driven, and relentless in pursuing new opportunities
• Self-starter with a high degree of ownership, consistently delivering on agreed KPIs every quarter
• Fluent in English; additional languages (Italian, French, or Spanish) are a strong plus
• Willingness to travel (20-40%) to build relationships and drive business growth
• Great responsibility from day one; we value ownership and hold ourselves accountable for outcomes
• Alignment of objectives at the company level; we set clear goals together and achieve them in a suitable and timely way
• Friendly and inclusive team spirit; we are optimistic and collaborative, and our criticism is always constructive
• We believe sports teach fairness, teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and respect. As a result, we offer a yearly sports subscription to all members
• The offices are well-designed and located in a lively area between Zurich and Winterthur
• We arrange seasonal team events and achievement celebrations
• 25 days paid holidays per year
• We’re eager to hear from you if you’re ready to help Haelixa achieve its ambitious growth targets and enhance our global influence
• What of your experience and skills are relevant to this role?
• What are your salary expectations (CHF)?