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As Co-Founder, you will serve as the architect and driving force behind Retexs ecosystem, strategy, and commercial success. This is not just a leadership role but a hands-on, entrepreneurial partnership where your decisions will directly impact the trajectory of the business. You will work on securing a consistent supply of textile waste, finding partners to execute the collection, sorting & processing it while also building market linkages for the waste source. You'll work closely with the founding team to scale operations, build key partnerships, and steer Retex toward its mission of creating a sustainable and profitable circular economy. WHAT YOU'LL DO: 1. Develop a Strategic Vision & Value chain development Shape reTexs long-term strategy, balancing sustainability goals with commercial viability. Design and implement a scalable ecosystem that connects waste management companies, offtakers, and industries to close the textile waste loop. Identify and develop strategic partnerships with stakeholders, including waste management firms, recyclers, and industries in need of sustainable textile solutions. 2. Drive Business Development & Revenue Growth Spearhead reTexs commercial efforts to build and maintain a robust network of customers, partners, and investors. Develop innovative revenue streams by identifying market trends and monetization opportunities within the circular economy. Ensure reTex achieves profitability while staying true to its sustainability objectives. 3. Team Leadership & Entrepreneurial Execution Recruit talent passionate about sustainability, creating a collaborative, innovative, and purpose-driven culture. Lead fundraising efforts, leveraging your network to secure the capital needed to scale operations. Navigate challenges with agility, creativity, and resourcefulness, driving the business forward in uncertain environments. About you: 1. Entrepreneurial Trailblazer You have founded or co-founded a company, or youve played a leadership role in building and scaling a startup. You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and have a proven ability to turn ideas into reality. 2. Strategic Ecosystem Builder Youre a systems thinker with experience building and managing complex networks or ecosystems. You excel at forging partnerships across diverse stakeholders and aligning them around a shared vision. 3. Commercially Minded Leader You have a strong business acumen, with a track record of driving revenue growth and achieving profitability. You understand market dynamics and can develop innovative business models that align with reTexs mission. What You Bring: Experience: 8+ years in entrepreneurship, business strategy, or leadership roles within sustainability, recycling, or textiles. Skills: Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and strategic planning skills. Passion: A deep commitment to solving environmental challenges through innovative, scalable business models. Network: Established connections within the sustainability, textile, or waste management sectors are a big plus.
