Business Development Manager

Second Talent; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Singapore is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales in the luxury interiors market. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in business development, strong relationship-building skills, and exceptional presentation abilities. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 35 years proven experience in business development or sales in luxury interiors preferred.
• Strong track record of securing high-value contracts.
• Polished and confident in engaging with high-level clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end sales cycle for high-value projects.
• Implement strategic sales and marketing plans.
• Build relationships with architects and property developers.

Skills

Business development

Sales negotiation

Relationship building

Market analysis

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in English

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Job description

About the job Business Development Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end sales cycle for high-value projects, from prospecting and negotiation to contract closure.
• Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans to expand brand presence in the luxury interiors market.
• Build and nurture strong relationships with architects, interior designers, property developers, and UHNW clients.
• Drive business growth through targeted campaigns, partnerships, and participation in major exhibitions and events.
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities and maintain competitive advantage.
• Represent Lux & Beyond at trade shows, networking functions, and client presentations with professionalism and authority.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery and premium client experience.
• Monitor and report on performance to ensure sales targets and KPIs are consistently achieved.

Requirements

• 35 years proven experience in business development, sales, or account management (luxury interiors, furnishings, or related sectors preferred).
• Strong track record of securing high-value contracts and managing key accounts.
• Polished, well-presented, and confident in engaging high-level clients.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); additional languages such as Mandarin, Malay, Italian, or Portuguese are advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM tools preferred.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, results-driven approach.
• Able to provide two direct reporting references from previous employment.