Sales & Business Development Intern

Full-time internship Remote and flexible 3–6 monthsCommission-basedLeukeather is an authentic material made from the region’s flora. Its distinctive pattern occurs naturally, celebrating the character and beauty of the region without artificial embossing. We are creating a locally made material for the global design industry.We are a small, founder-led team based in the UAE. Our material is being introduced to hotels, property developments, architects and interior design studios across the Gulf.We are looking for someone who can help us reach more designers who share our design ethos and build meaningful relationships with them.What you'll actually doYour role is to identify the people who select and specify materials, including interior designers, architects, hotel groups and developers, and help us get Leukeather samples into their hands.You will:Research and build targeted client lists across the regionIdentify the right decision-makers within architecture and interior design firmsManage our client database and keep it genuinely accurate and up to dateWrite and send thoughtful, personalised outreach emailsCoordinate sample deliveries and track every sample sentFollow up consistently with everyone who receives our materialArrange meetings with the people responsible for material specificationKeep clear notes on every interaction and next stepYou will have clear outreach and meeting targets, which we will agree on together when you start.How we’ll measure your progress (KPIs)20 qualified target accounts per week10 follow-ups per week1 decision-maker meeting per weekCoordinate the delivery of 25 sample boxes per month.100% of leads, samples and next actions recorded in CRMWeekly pipeline update with the founderWho we're looking forA fresh graduate Someone with a genuine interest in design, architecture, art, fashion or materialsA clear and thoughtful communicator who can write outreach that makes someone want to respondHighly organised and able to maintain an accurate client databasePersistent and comfortable following upConfident using Excel or Google SheetsProactive, able to work independently, and take ownership of agreed targetsComfortable working remotely across different time zones. Applicants may be based anywhere in the worldFamiliarity with the UAE and Saudi markets is an advantageArabic is an advantage, but not essentialYou do not need previous sales experience, but you should be curious, resourceful and comfortable reaching out to new people.What this role isn'tPricing, proposals and negotiations will remain with the founder. Your role is to identify the right opportunities, make the initial connection and open the door. You will not be responsible for closing the sale.What you'll getA commission-based roleA percentage of every eligible sale generated through a client you bring inRemote and flexible working. This is a full-time role, but you can organise your time independently as long as agreed targets are met and you are available for a weekly check-inWeekly time with the founder and a genuine view into how a material innovation and design business is builtThe possibility of joining Leukeather permanently if the role works well for both of usTo applySend your CV to contact@leukeather.com, along with a few sentences explaining:How would you identify and reach the person responsible for material specification at a large interior design firm?