Paris Luxury Brand Development Manager

Waterworks; Paris; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous commission plan

Job summary

Waterworks in Paris is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand the brand across France by building relationships with architects, interior designers, and industry professionals. You will act as a trusted advisor, combining business development, project coordination, and design consultation to drive repeat business and brand loyalty.

Based in the Paris showroom, you will deliver tailored product recommendations and support showroom visitors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or client relationship management within a premium or luxury brand environment.
• Experience working with architects, interior designers, or the design and construction industry; knowledge of bathroom, architectural, or interior products is an asset.
• Proven ability to develop business, manage client relationships, and achieve commercial objectives.
• Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills with a consultative approach.
• Ability to identify client needs and recommend tailored solutions.
• Skilled in negotiation and influencing decision-makers.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently within a dynamic environment.
• Strong customer-service orientation and commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.
• Proficient with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout France and represent the brand at client meetings, showroom events, and industry functions.
• Fluent French required; professional English preferred.
• Requires travel up to 60% (client visits, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow business across France by building relationships with architects, interior designers, and industry professionals.
• Proactively identify new business opportunities and maintain a strong pipeline of projects and prospects.
• Manage and strengthen partnerships with showroom partners and key stakeholders to achieve sales objectives.
• Represent the brand through client meetings, presentations, industry events, and targeted marketing initiatives.
• Develop and execute territory business plans, including sales forecasting and performance reporting.
• Collaborate with sales leadership and cross-functional teams to drive market growth and brand awareness.
• Build long-term client relationships through a consultative and service-oriented approach.
• Act as a trusted advisor, recommending products and solutions that support client design objectives.
• Support projects from specification through order fulfillment, ensuring a seamless client experience.
• Identify opportunities to expand client engagement across the full product portfolio.
• Partner with internal teams to resolve issues and ensure timely project execution.
• Serve as a brand ambassador based in the Paris showroom when not traveling within the territory.
• Welcome and support showroom visitors, creating an exceptional customer experience.
• Manage client activity, opportunities, and project information through CRM tools.
• Coordinate quotations, sample requests, orders, and delivery follow-up.
• Participate in regional meetings and contribute market insights, client feedback, and business updates.
• Operate with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the brand’s standards of excellence.

Job description

Waterworks in Paris is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand the brand across France by building relationships with architects, interior designers, and industry professionals. You will act as a trusted advisor, combining business development, project coordination, and design consultation to drive repeat business and brand loyalty.

Based in the Paris showroom, you will deliver tailored product recommendations and support showroom visitors.