Chief Executive Officer

Company Description

Refash is the world's largest platform for upcycled fashion, driving a new era of conscious consumption by enabling upcycling brands to thrive. We retail creations of these brands, giving materials that would otherwise end up in a landfill fueling an already out of hand environmental crises, a second life as high-value products.

Now entering its next phase of growth, Refash aims to become the global hub for sustainable and waste-based fashion innovation - spanning marketplace, consultancy, and brand partnerships.

Role Description

The CEO will lead Refash into its next chapter - from a purpose-driven creative brand to a scalable global business. This is both a mission and a venture-building role: combining entrepreneurial grit, business acumen, and a deep belief in sustainability.

You’ll be responsible for building teams, driving growth, forming high-value partnerships, and ensuring financial and operational excellence - while staying true to Refash’s creative and environmental ethos.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute Refash’s long-term vision and growth strategy across product, partnerships, and geography.
• Translate sustainability and design thinking into scalable business models (D2C, B2B, consulting, and collaborations).
• Represent Refash as the global voice for sustainable and upcycled fashion.

2. Business Growth & Partnerships

• Expand marketplace operations and brand collaborations across India and international markets.
• Drive new revenue streams through corporate sustainability consulting, material innovation, and licensing.
• Build partnerships with fashion houses, designers, and sustainability organizations.

3. Financial Stewardship

• Oversee P&L, fundraising, and revenue generation streams.
• Develop sustainable unit economics and profitability models.
• Establish transparent reporting and operational KPIs.

4. Team & Culture

• Build and mentor a cross-functional team that balances creativity and commercial discipline.
• Cultivate a culture rooted in purpose, performance, and collaboration.
• Lead with empathy, integrity, and clarity of vision.

5. Brand & Communication

• Champion Refash’s brand story across global platforms.
• Collaborate closely with design, PR, and content teams to amplify visibility and impact.
• Position Refash as a thought leader in circular and sustainable fashion.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 10–15 years of experience in fashion, sustainability, retail, or mission-driven startups.
• Proven track record in scaling early-stage ventures or leading business units with P&L ownership.
• Strong understanding of sustainable materials, fashion supply chains, or environmental innovation.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic partnership-building skills.
• Entrepreneurial, resourceful, and globally minded.
• Passionate about circular design, sustainability, and the future of fashion.

Why Refash

• Be at the forefront of the global shift to sustainable fashion.
• Build an iconic brand that balances purpose with profitability.
• Lead a passionate, mission-driven team shaping the next era of conscious consumption.