Business Development Executive – Workplace Furniture Solutions - 79

Rep-Lite; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Commission

Benefits

Job summary

Rep-Lite seeks a results-driven Business Development Executive for West Michigan, focusing on workplace furniture solutions. You will drive revenue by acquiring new clients and expanding strategic partnerships within commercial, healthcare, education, and government sectors.

The role requires consultative selling, closing skills, and the ability to manage long cycles while collaborating with design and project teams to deliver tailored workplace solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in B2B sales, business development or account management.
• Proven track record of generating new business and meeting sales goals.
• Experience selling solutions to commercial, healthcare, education, construction, real estate and related industries.
• Ability to engage executive decision-makers and influence multiple stakeholders.
• Experience managing long sales cycles and solution-based selling engagements.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and strategic account development.
• Lead full sales cycle: prospecting, discovery, solution development, proposals, negotiation and closing.
• Collaborate with design, project management, and implementation teams to deliver tailored client solutions.
• Expand existing client relationships through proactive account management and exceptional service.
• Generate leads via networking, referrals, associations, and community involvement.
• Stay informed on workplace trends and evolving client needs; represent the company at events.

Skills

Consultative selling

Relationship management

Strategic business development

Executive-level communication

Pipeline & CRM management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing or related field

Job description

Business Development Executive - Workplace Furniture Solutions

Jackson, MI | Business Development | B2B Sales

Rep-Lite is partnering with a leading workplace furniture solutions organization to identify a Business Development Executive for the Jackson / Kalamazoo market.

This is an opportunity to join a respected industry leader that helps organizations create more productive, engaging, and efficient work environments through innovative workplace solutions, interior environments, and project services.

We're seeking a driven, relationship-focused sales professional who thrives on developing new business, building strategic partnerships, and helping clients solve complex workplace challenges.

What You'll Do

As a Business Development Executive, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth through new client acquisition, strategic account development, and consultative selling across commercial, hospitality, government, healthcare, education, and professional office environments.

Key responsibilities include:

• - Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities within the Greater Detroitmarket
• - Build relationships with C-suite executives, facilities leaders, real estate professionals, architects, designers, and other key stakeholders
• - Develop and execute territory growth strategies to expand market share and generate new revenue
• - Lead the full sales cycle, including prospecting, discovery, solution development, proposal presentation, negotiation, and closing
• - Collaborate with internal design, project management, and implementation teams to deliver customized client solutions
• - Maintain and expand existing client relationships through exceptional service and strategic account management
• - Generate leads through networking, referrals, industry associations, and community involvement
• - Stay informed on workplace trends, commercial interiors, facility planning, and evolving client needs
• - Represent the organization at industry events, networking functions, and trade shows

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a consultative sales professional who excels at relationship-building, business development, and navigating complex sales environments.

Preferred qualifications include:

• - 3+ years of successful B2B sales, business development, or account management experience
• - Proven track record of generating new business and consistently achieving sales goals
• - Experience selling solutions into commercial, healthcare, education, construction, architectural, design, facilities management, real estate, or related industries
• - Strong ability to engage executive-level decision makers and influence multiple stakeholders
• - Experience managing long sales cycles and solution-based selling engagements
• - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred but not required
• - Existing network within the Greater Detroit business community is highly desirable

Core Competencies

• - Consultative and solution-based selling
• - Strategic business development
• - Relationship management and client retention
• - Territory planning and market development
• - Negotiation and closing skills
• - Pipeline and CRM management
• - Cross-functional collaboration
• - Executive-level communication

Characteristics of Success

• - Ownership mentality and accountability
• - Entrepreneurial mindset
• - Strong business acumen
• - Curiosity and continuous learning
• - Coachability and adaptability
• - Resilience and persistence
• - Exceptional communication skills
• - Results-oriented approach
• - Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities

Why This Opportunity?

• - Established market presence and strong reputation
• - Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• - Opportunity to sell high-impact workplace solutions
• - Significant growth potential within a thriving organization
• - Competitive compensation package including base salary, commission, and benefits
• - Ability to make a meaningful impact on client organizations throughout West Michigan

If you're a motivated sales professional who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities, and driving business growth, we'd love to connect with you.

Rep-Lite receives a large volume of resumes for each position and regretfully cannot respond to each application.

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Thank you for your interest in Rep-Lite and good luck in your search!

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