Trade Business Development Executive

Central Employment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing interiors brand based in Stockton-On-Tees is seeking a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive trade partnerships within the interior design sector. This full-time role involves proactively establishing relationships with designers and architects, developing a pipeline of opportunities, and attending networking events. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience in business development or trade sales, with strong communication and negotiation skills in a design-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in BDM, trade sales, or project-based account management.
• Experience working with interior designers, architects, or property developers.
• Knowledge of design trends, materials, finishes, or building products.

Responsibilities

• Proactively prospect interior designers, architects, specifiers, and developers.
• Build and manage a pipeline of trade leads and project opportunities.
• Present product solutions aligned with design requirements and budgets.
• Onboard new trade accounts and guide them through early orders.
• Develop relationships with design professionals for repeat business.
• Attend design and architecture events to increase brand visibility.
• Maintain accurate activity and project data in the CRM.
• Strong outbound sales experience (ideally in a design-led or project-driven environment).
• Ability to communicate confidently with designers, architects, and developers.
• Understanding of design/specification processes and project lifecycles.
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Highly organised with strong pipeline and follow-through discipline.

Skills

Proactive outbound sales experience

Relationship-building

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Presentation skills

Education

3+ years BDM/trade sales experience

Experience with interior designers/architects

Tools

CRM software

Job description

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Central Employment are working in partnership with a fast growing interiors brand, as they look to appoint a commercially focused Trade Business Development Executive.

The Trade Business Development Executive, is responsible for generating new trade partnerships within the interior design, architectural, and property development sectors. This is a proactive outbound role focused on driving specification, securing new accounts, and developing long-term project-based relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively prospect interior designers, architects, specifiers, and developers through outbound calls, emails, and industry platforms.
• Build and manage a pipeline of trade leads and project opportunities.
• Present product solutions aligned with design requirements, technical specifications, and project budgets.
• Onboard new trade accounts and guide them through early orders and project workflows.
• Develop relationships with design professionals to support repeat business across multiple projects.
• Attend design and architecture events to increase brand visibility and build networks.
• Maintain accurate activity, pipeline, and project data in the CRM.
• Strong outbound sales experience (ideally in a design-led or project-driven environment).
• Ability to communicate confidently with designers, architects, and developers.
• Understanding of design/specification processes and project lifecycles.
• Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Highly organised with strong pipeline and follow-through discipline.

Experience & Qualifications

• 3+ years in BDM, trade sales, or project-based account management.
• Experience working with interior designers, architects, or property developers is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of design trends, materials, finishes, or building products is an advantage.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries: Retail

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