Director Textile Sales

This is a remote position.

Business Development & Sales Leadership

• Develop and execute the sales strategy for recycled textile fibers, yarns, and textile products across domestic and international markets.
  

• Drive revenue growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities with textile manufacturers, brands, exporters, and sourcing partners.
  

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the textile value chain.
  

• Lead contract negotiations, pricing strategies, and commercial agreements with customers.
  

Market Expansion & Strategic Partnerships

• Identify emerging market trends, customer needs, and opportunities within the textile and recycled materials sector.
  

• Establish strategic partnerships with textile mills, garment manufacturers, brands, and sustainability-focused organizations.
  

• Expand the company's presence in key textile hubs and international markets.
  

• Represent the organization at industry events, trade fairs, and customer meetings.
  

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop the textile sales team to achieve business objectives.
  

• Set sales targets, monitor performance, and implement strategies to maximize results.
  

• Foster a high-performance culture focused on customer satisfaction and business growth.
  

• Collaborate closely with operations, supply chain, and product development teams.
  

Commercial Strategy & Sustainability

• Develop go-to-market strategies for recycled fibers and yarn products.
  

• Monitor competitor activities and industry developments to maintain a competitive advantage.
  

• Promote sustainable textile solutions and educate customers on the value of recycled materials.
  

• Support the organization's sustainability goals through responsible business practices.
  

Requirements

Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
  

• Textile Engineering / Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
  

• 15+ years of experience in textile sales, fiber sales, yarn sales, or related commercial leadership roles.
  

• Proven experience in managing large-scale B2B sales operations and strategic accounts.
  

• Experience working with textile manufacturers, mills, brands, and sourcing organizations.
  

• Exposure to recycled textiles, sustainable materials, or circular economy businesses is highly preferred.
  

Skills

• Strong understanding of textile fibers, yarns, fabrics, and textile manufacturing processes.
  

• Excellent sales, negotiation, and business development capabilities.
  

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
  

• Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking abilities.
  

• Ability to build long-term customer relationships and partnerships.
  

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  

• Willingness to travel extensively for business development activities.
  

Benefits