Business Developer

InnoFlex; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

InnoFlex, a deep-tech innovator at Brainport Industries Campus in Eindhoven, seeks a Business Developer to bridge technology, markets, and funding. You will shape opportunities into concrete proposals and collaborations, coordinate market exploration, and help move projects from idea to impact.

You will be closely involved in opportunity development, grant submissions, and cross-functional coordination, gaining hands-on insight into building a mission-driven deep-tech company from the inside.

Qualifications

• Generalist with analytical and communication skills.
• English required, Dutch a plus.
• Background in business, sustainability or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and opportunity research and structure potential segments.
• Prepare background materials for meetings, opportunity assessments, and proposals.
• Support grant applications, funding proposals, budgeting and KPI updates; assist with reporting.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Generalist

English

Dutch language

Education

Background in business or sustainability

Job description

Are you someone who enjoys turning ideas into real projects? Do you like combining analysis, communication, and organization to help opportunities move forward? And are you motivated by working on technology that tackles global pollution challenges? This Business Developer role might be for you.

We are looking for a Business Developer to strengthen our commercial and funding activities as we scale. In this role, you will work at the interface of technology, growth, and execution — helping transform promising ideas and opportunities into concrete proposals, projects, and collaborations. You’ll be closely involved in opportunity development, grant submissions, and market exploration, while also helping ensure our projects stay on track and well-coordinated as the company grows. This position offers a unique chance to gain hands-on insight into how a deep-tech company moves from innovation to real-world impact. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining analysis, communication, and organization — and wants to play an active part in building a mission-driven deep-tech company from the inside.

Your Responsibilities:

• Business Development &Market Support:Conduct market and application research; Identify and structure potential customer and industry segments; Prepare background materials for meetings, opportunity assessments, and proposals; Track leads, opportunities, and stakeholder interactions
• Operations &Process Support:Manage procurement, supplier communication, and equipment coordination; Support logistics for our lab and workshop facilities; Help streamline and document operational processes
• Finance &Reporting:Support preparation of grant applications and funding proposals; Assist with invoices, expenses, and financial recordkeeping; support project and grant reporting, budget tracking, and KPIupdates; Prepare internal summaries and planning documents
• Team &Culture Support:Coordinate meetings, onboarding, and internal communications; Help organize small team events and maintain a positive workplace culture; Support documentation and information management across the organization

We are looking for:

• A generalist mindset: curious, proactive, and organized
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Good written and verbal communication skills (English required, Dutch a plus)
• Background in business, sustainability, or related fields
• Experience (or internship) in a startup, SME, or dynamic organization is a plus
• Interest in climate-tech, sustainability, or deep-tech innovation

What we offer

• A flexible, full-time or part-time position with tangible responsibility from day one
• Exposure to multiple aspects of running and scaling a startup
• Opportunity to grow the role as the company expands
• A collaborative and mission-driven environment at Brainport Industries Campus

InnoFlex believes in the strength of a diverse workforce andwelcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, andperspectives.

Why join innoflex

Joining us means being part of a purpose-driven team that believes in making a tangible impact on the environment. We provide a space for innovation, personal growth, and the opportunity to lead in the creation of sustainable technologies. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and a shared vision for a cleaner planet.