Sales Development Lead

Permalution; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Permalution, a Canada-based cleantech startup, seeks a Sales Development Lead to shape our go-to-market across LATAM, MENA, and North America. You’ll work directly with the CEO to accelerate adoption of our atmospheric water harvesting tech in industries and communities facing water challenges.

You will build a robust pipeline, translate cleantech ROI into compelling business cases, and drive high-value contracts while collaborating with leadership to scale global demand.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of B2B solution sales or business development experience.
• Proven track record in pipeline building and closing contracts over $50K.
• Sector knowledge in mining, food & beverage, or cement industries.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles with enterprise-level decision makers.
• Fluent in English and French; Spanish is a plus; cross-cultural agility LATAM/MENA.
• Experience with CRM systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial, self-directed mindset; passion for climate innovation.
• Cleantech or sustainability sector experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a robust pipeline, qualifying leads, and closing high-value contracts.
• Execute business acquisition strategies in mining, food & beverage, and cement sectors.
• Design go-to-market playbooks and refine pilot-to-contract pathways.
• Position Permalution competitively across Chile, Peru, Mexico, Canada, and the UAE.
• Translate complex cleantech solutions into compelling ROI cases.
• Manage CRM systems and apply data-driven insights to optimize performance.

Skills

Pipeline building

Contract closing

CRM proficiency

Data analysis

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Climate innovation passion

Job description

Transform Water Scarcity into Scalable Solutions

Are you ready to build the sales engine of a startup tackling one of the planet's most urgent challenges? Join Permalution, a multiple award-winning cleantech company recognized by the Government of Canada and international innovation programs. We're pioneering breakthrough fog, cloud, and steam water harvesting technologies that capture atmospheric moisture without energy-intensive infrastructure.

We deliver decentralized, nature-based water solutions to industries and communities worldwide—without energy-intensive infrastructure. As our first dedicated sales hire, you'll shape our go-to-market strategy and turn global demand into signed contracts.

Why Permalution?

Recognized by the Government of Canada, international accelerators, and cleantech innovation programs for our breakthrough atmospheric water harvesting technology.

Proprietary Technology

Our patent-pending systems capture water from fog, clouds, and steam using biomimetic surfaces and passive collection methods—no electricity required.

Positioned to serve water-stressed regions worldwide, from industrial facilities in Latin America to communities in MENA, with scalable, sustainable solutions.

Join us at the forefront of the $15B atmospheric water generation market as we scale proven technology to address water scarcity for 2+ billion people globally.

Your Mission

As Sales Development Lead, you'll architect our sales strategy across Latin America, MENA, and North America, working directly with the CEO to scale Permalution's proven technology. You'll be instrumental in bringing our award-winning atmospheric water harvesting solutions to industries and communities facing critical water challenges, positioning Permalution as the leader in energy-free water generation.

What You'll Do

Drive Growth

Build and manage a robust pipeline, qualifying leads, and closing high-value contracts.

Execute business acquisition strategies in mining, food & beverage, and cement sectors.

Design go-to-market playbooks and refine pilot-to-contract pathways.

Position Permalution competitively across Chile, Peru, Mexico, Canada, and the UAE.

Translate complex cleantech solutions into compelling ROI cases.

Manage CRM systems and apply data-driven insights to optimize performance.

What You'll Bring

• 2–5 years of B2B solution sales or business development experience.
• Proven track record in pipeline building and closing contracts ($50K+).
• Sector knowledge in mining, food & beverage, or cement industries.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles with enterprise-level decision makers.
• Fluency in English and French (Spanish is a strong plus) and cultural agility across LATAM/MENA.
• Experience with CRM systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial, self-directed mindset with genuine passion for climate innovation.
• Cleantech or sustainability sector experience preferred but not required.

What We Offer

Shape our global sales strategy during a critical growth phase.

Work alongside leadership to influence company trajectory.

Contribute to global water security and climate resilience.

Growth Path

Clear opportunity to advance into Head of Sales as we scale.