We’re on a journey to Grow the Future of Materials. How? By unlocking the unique properties of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Our patented technology, Fine Mycelium™, unleashes a new class of materials crafted from nature, engineered for performance, and built for a resilient future.We’re seeking passionate learners to join us in pioneering a materials revolution and creating an epic place to work.
MycoWorks offers competitive equity and benefits programs to support the health, well-being, and financial empowerment of all our employees.We root our relationships with our partners and one another in our core values: Be Mycelial, Cultivate Quality, and Grow the Future, and we're committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive environment where all employees belong. Women, gender expansive individuals, people of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
MycoWorks is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead the market development for Reishi™ within the home furniture, interior design, packaging and architecture industries. This role is key to expanding our presence in the luxury and high-end design markets, leveraging your expertise in fabric sales, industry knowledge, and your established network of potential clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Market Development: Drive the expansion of Reishi™ into the home furniture, interior design, and architecture sectors by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement tailored sales strategies to introduce Reishi™ as a sustainable, high-performance material for luxury and design applications.
Client Acquisition & Relationship Management: Build, manage, and maintain strong relationships with high-end brands, design firms, architects, and manufacturers in the home furniture and interior design industries.
Sell Production Capacity: Sell MycoWorks' production capabilities, ensuring clients can scale their use of Reishi™ for their projects and meet their sustainability goals.
Product Education & Promotion: Effectively communicate the unique benefits of Reishi™, including its sustainability, performance, and design versatility, to clients.
Networking & Partnerships: Leverage your established network within the interior design, architecture, and high-end furniture industries to develop partnerships and expand MycoWorks' market reach.
International Travel & Representation: Travel internationally (up to 30%) to meet clients, attend industry events, and build MycoWorks’ presence in key markets.
Market Intelligence & Reporting: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to inform sales strategies and provide regular updates to the leadership team.
Achieve Sales Targets: Meet and exceed sales targets, providing regular progress updates and performance reports.
Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 5 to 10 years in selling fabrics, textiles, or materials to the home furniture, interior design, or architecture industries.
Industry Expertise: In-depth knowledge of the home furniture, interior design, and architecture markets, with an understanding of key players, trends, and material sourcing.
Network: A strong, established network of relationships with high-end brands, interior designers, architects, and home furniture manufacturers.
Bilingual: Fluent in both French and English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages.
Sales Skills: Proven ability to develop and execute sales strategies, build relationships, and manage complex sales processes in a B2B environment.
Sustainability Passion: Strong interest in sustainable materials and a desire to promote eco-friendly alternatives like Reishi™.
Travel Flexibility: Ability to travel internationally up to 30% of the time, attending meetings, events, and conferences.
Tech-Savvy: Proficient with CRM systems and sales analytics tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Self-Motivated: Results-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Salary: To be negotiated
Job status: Private Sector Executive / Cadre
Type of job: Full-time, permanent contract
Start date: As soon as possible
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to work with a revolutionary, sustainable product that is changing the future of design and materials,
- Competitive salary + bonus package,
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment at the forefront of innovation,
- Global exposure with opportunities to travel and build relationships with international clients,
- 10 RTT days per year,
- Meal vouchers worth €12/day (60% paid by the employer; 40% paid by the employee);
- Navigo / metro pass reimbursed at 100%,
- Enhanced social protection with 80% employer contribution. (Health and life insurance),
- Flexible working arrangements and the possibility to work remotely 1 day per week.
In our commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment, we recognize the importance of accommodating individual needs. If you require any specific accommodations during the application or interview process, please feel free to let us know. We are dedicated to facilitating a comfortable and accessible experience for all candidates, and will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
What We Do
We create materials at the intersection of art, nature and biotechnology using mycelium, one of the earth’s most regenerative resources. Our mission is to create a platform for the highest quality materials using Fine Mycelium™. Our first product, Reishi™ offers our partners in fashion an option for leather that is neither animal nor plastic, yet uncompromising in quality and aesthetic expression.
Today, our team is growing in order to scale and deliver Reishi to an even broader range of partners in fashion, footwear and beyond. Together, we’re working towards a world where mycelium enables resilient, creative solutions for any industry dependent on animal and petroleum-derived products.
Founded by artists and innovators, MycoWorks is building an inclusive, mission-driven team of people, and a culture where all employees belong. We are passionate learners who are proud of the breakthrough materials we’re bringing to the world. Join our growing team, and let’s grow the future of materials.
