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SALES & MARKETING ASSOCIATE - INTERNSHIP

Mumbai, IND | Hemp Fabric Lab /  Work from Home
Start Date: Immediately
Job Type: Full Time Internship
Stipend: None
Application Deadline: 5th May 2020
 

REPORTS TO

The candidate will report to the Head of Hemp Fabric Lab

JOB OVERVIEW

The Sales & Marketing Associate of HFL will play the role of a brand representative. He/She is directly responsible to assist in co-development of the vision & plan of action for HFL as well as wholly ensure execution. He/She will help research and develop various sales and marketing strategies for Hemp Fabric Lab’s products and services. This person will also implement marketing plans and work to meet sales quotas, track sales data, and identify areas of improvement.

 

ABOUT HEMP FABRIC LAB

HFL is BOHECO’s industry solution for the creative community. HFL is going to be the one-stop shop for designers, brands, artists, and creators at large, to get their hands on hemp & other sustainable fabrics & raw materials. HFL’s mandate will be global in nature, although the initial partnerships will be done in India. HFL will grow through strong PR, thought leadership, partnerships, ecosystem fostering, storytelling, & community leadership. HFL will continuously strengthen its supply chain network of sustainable textile manufacturers and constantly improve its product & service offerings. This to be followed up by strong product development partnerships with creators/brands of all kinds. Thereby being the strong push the world needs, to bring about a mass adoption wave of sustainable materials in fashion, art, and consumer products at large. 
 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

  • Assist in the planning and execution of HFL’s sales plan 
  • Contribute information, ideas, and research to help develop marketing strategies
  • Help to detail, design, and implement marketing plans for each product or service being offered
  • Develop sales strategies and approaches for various products and services, such as special promotions, sponsored events, etc.
  • Answer questions from clients about product and service benefits and revert to client inquiries
  • Maintain excellent relationships with clients through superior customer service
  • Track sales data and work to meet quotas or sales team goals
  • Analyse trends, data, demographics, pricing strategies, and other information that can potentially improve marketing and sales performance
  • Create and present regular performance reports for managers
  • Help in handling & managing HFL's digital marketing
  • Lead sales generation online and offline
  • Conduct detailed industry and competition research to identify ways in which we could improve our product offering
  • Understand consumer wants and provide feedback to the fabric development team
  • Keep an eye out for events and PR opportunities that would fit in with HFL’s brand value – this includes sustainable events, media publications, designers, and people to associate with
  • Keep contact with web developers to maintain HFL’s website and update new features or products 
  • Ensure seamless communication between all online portals
 

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's Degree in marketing, business or a related field
  • Experience in handling customer services and client relationships
  • At least 1 year experience of doing sales, marketing, and a healthy record of generating sales leads
  • Adept at Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to set targets and achieve them
  • Likes, and is good at, networking & ecosystem development
  • Should be willing to learn technical details about fabrics
  • Good oratory & work delegation skills
  • Willing to travel & work on weekends when needed
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to set targets and achieve them
  • Should be a good team player
 

OUR OFFER

  • Competitive salary
  • Discount on hemp products
  • Informal dress code
  • 5 working days a week
  • Free snacks and beverages
  • Lots of knowledge about hemp 
  • A fun, relaxed work culture
  • A strong letter of recommendation

 

TO APPLY PLEASE SEND US YOUR CV AND STATMENT OF PURPOSE 

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to write to us at people@hempfabriclab.com before 5th May 2020 with subject as – ‘Application for HFL’