Business Development Manager

Carole Fabrics; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carole Fabrics, part of the Hunter Douglas family, is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the interior design trade across Florida. You'll manage existing accounts while prospecting new ones, requiring a strong sales background and knowledge of the interior décor field. This position offers a competitive base salary of $50,000 plus bonuses and commissions, a company car, and a culture focused on professional growth.

Benefits

Company car

Company credit card

Cell phone

iPad

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness programs

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of retail or wholesale sales experience in the interior décor trade.
• Extensive knowledge of interior finishes and design trade; experience in window coverings is a strong plus.
• Proven track record in sales and building partnerships with accounts.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow assigned territory by balancing time between existing accounts and prospecting new ones.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, positioning yourself as a trusted resource.
• Conduct product knowledge training for various customer types.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Sales proficiency

Customer service

Education

Associate’s Degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

FileMaker

E-Pic

Job description

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Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

As a member of the Hunter Douglas family of brands, Carole Fabrics has proudly served the interior design community for more than 60 years, making the finest soft window treatments in the industry.We take pride in our reputation for exceptional quality, our broad on-trend collection of the finest fabrics, and our devotion to personal service.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world.What’s yours?

Position Overview

The Business Development Manager is a dynamic and results-driven sales professional responsible for driving growth and building strong relationships within the residential interior design trade. This role focuses on expanding market presence, nurturing existing accounts, and generating new business opportunities. As a key contributor, the Business Development Manager will play a pivotal role in achieving sales targets and enhancing customer satisfaction. This position will cover various territories across the entire state of Florida.

What you'll do

• Manage and grow assigned territory by balancing time between existing accounts and prospecting new ones.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, positioning yourself as a trusted resource.
• Conduct product knowledge training for various customer types.
• Travel within the territory to identify growth opportunities and support underserved markets.
• Ensure customers have updated sample books, sales materials, and pricing.
• Resolve customer complaints and issues effectively.
• Stay informed of competitive activities and market trends.
• Complete administrative tasks such as call reports and expense reports in a timely manner.
• All other duties as assigned

Who you are

• Associate’s Degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of retail or wholesale sales experience in the interior décor trade.
• Extensive knowledge of interior finishes and design trade; experience in window coverings is a strong plus.
• Proven track record in sales and building partnerships with accounts.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Proactive and assertive in opening new accounts and activating existing ones.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, FileMaker, and E-Pic.
• Ability to travel regionally, including overnight stays.
• Physical ability to lift samples up to sixty pounds.
• Passionate about the interior design industry and committed to delivering exceptional customer service.

What's in it for you

• Annual base salary: $50,000 + Bonus & Commission
• Business Development Representatives at Carole Fabrics in the Florida market are earning 85k per year between base salary and commission. However, with recent team restructuring, the territory for this hire will expand statewide, leading to a much higher earning potential overall.
• You will be provided with a company car, company credit card, cell phone, and an iPad.
• A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
• Time off with pay
• 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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