business developer Paris

Prado Family; Paris; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Clear career progression

Job summary

prado is seeking a business developer to expand our presence in France, with a focus on the Paris region. You will be the key link between prado and architects, interior designers, developers and luxury brands, driving growth and ensuring a top-notch customer experience from initial contact to project completion.

You will develop strategic sales plans, build a network of high-profile clients, and manage opportunities through the full sales cycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development or sales in interiors/building materials.
• Strong network with architects/designers in Paris region.
• Fluent in French and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan for the French market, focusing on Paris.
• Build and maintain relationships with architects, designers, and developers.
• Identify new business opportunities and manage the sales cycle from lead to project.
• Provide expert guidance on products, pricing, and requirements.
• Collaborate with project management, logistics, and design teams for seamless execution.
• Represent prado at industry events and networking functions.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Sales cycle

Negotiation

Job description

Who We Are

At prado, we build invisible home technology for the world’s best architects. Since launching our first flagship product in 2021, we have grown into a fully integrated ecosystem of lighting, ventilation, power and security solutions. Our strong R&D focus and targeted M&A strategy fuel our rapid expansion, with 150 + colleagues operating across Europe, North America and the Middle East.

To support our continued growth, we are looking for a business developer to expand our presence in France. You will be the key link between prado and our high-profile clientele, including architects, interior designers, developers, and luxury brands. Your expertise in sales and relationship management will drive business growth and ensure an impeccable customer experience from first contact to project completion.

What You Will Do

• Develop and execute a strategic sales plan to strengthen prado’s presence in the French market, with focus on the Paris region.
• Build and maintain relationships with architects, designers, and developers to expand our client network.
• Identify new business opportunities and manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation to project completion.
• Provide expert guidance on products, pricing, and project requirements.
• Work closely with project management, logistics, and design teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Represent prado at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to enhance market visibility.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in business development, sales or client acquisition in the interior design, architecture, lighting or related building materials industry.
• Strong existing network with interior designers, architects or design specifiers in the Paris region is highly beneficial.
• Passionate about translating technological excellence into compelling client experiences.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience presenting to architects, designers, and developers.
• Comfortable managing administrative tasks with precision and positive energy.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and deliver results in a target‑driven environment.
• Fluent in French and English.

What We Offer

• prado is a fast-scaling international company with the ambition to lead its market.
• Guided by a family-driven philosophy, you will feel quickly at home thanks to our warm work environment.
• You’ll work in an inspiring team that encourages passion and excellence, where ambition and collaboration go hand in hand.
• The role offers a challenging scope of responsibilities, with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.
• We offer a competitive salary package tailored to your experience and skills.