Business Development Manager — Design Interiors (Hybrid NYC)

Arper; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading furniture design company seeks a Business Development Manager in New York to oversee key design firms, implement sales strategies, and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree, 3–5 years of experience in sales, and strong negotiation and communication skills. This hybrid role involves collaboration with the sales and marketing teams and interacting with clients in person 3–4 days a week. Competitive salary of $80-100K plus commission is offered.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in contract interiors sales or design preferred.
• Experience in the contract furnishings industry or similar multinational companies preferred.
• Established network in architecture/interior design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee leading New York design firms and key dealers.
• Carry out market research to identify sales opportunities.
• Manage project opportunities from evaluation to follow-up.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate agreements.
• Utilize Salesforce to manage all sales activity.

Skills

Strong business acumen

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project budgeting

Salesforce CRM proficiency

Microsoft Office proficiency

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in Business or Architecture/Design

Tools

Salesforce

Project Management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading furniture design company seeks a Business Development Manager in New York to oversee key design firms, implement sales strategies, and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree, 3–5 years of experience in sales, and strong negotiation and communication skills. This hybrid role involves collaboration with the sales and marketing teams and interacting with clients in person 3–4 days a week. Competitive salary of $80-100K plus commission is offered.