Junior Business Development Associate

Pasona N A, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. in New York is seeking a Business Development Associate to support sales and business development within the Architecture & Design (A&D) community.

Build relationships with architects, interior designers, distributors and project stakeholders to identify and develop new project opportunities and drive project opportunities. Ideal candidates have a design or architecture background, 1–3+ years in BD or sales support, strong communication and presentation skills, and are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Background in Interior Design, Architecture, Business, Marketing or related field strongly preferred.
• 1–3+ years in business development, sales support, project coordination, or client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with architects, interior designers, distributors and industry professionals.
• Identify and develop new project opportunities within the A&D market.
• Conduct product presentations, client meetings and follow-up activities.
• Prepare quotations and support the sales process through project completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Manage project documentation, purchase orders and project tracking.
• Provide occasional support for project installations and after-sales service when needed.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Presentation

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Proactive learner

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Global architectural and interior design products growing NYC office, seeks Business Development Associate. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a design background and Architectural and &Designing sales experience who wants to grow their career in a collaborative and dynamic environment. To support sales and business development activities within the Architecture & Design (A&D) community. This role is ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven professional who enjoys working with architects, interior designers, distributors, and project stakeholders.

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $70,000-$75,000 + Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with architects, interior designers, distributors, and other industry professionals.
• Identify and develop new project opportunities within the A&D market.
• Conduct product presentations, client meetings, and follow-up activities.
• Prepare quotations and support the sales process through project completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Manage project documentation, purchase orders, and project tracking.
• Provide occasional support for project installations and after-sales service when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Degree or background in Interior Design, Architecture, Business, Marketing, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 1-3+ years of experience in business development, sales support, project coordination, or client-facing roles.
• Experience selling architectural, interior design, furniture, hardware, building materials, or related products to the A&D community is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Japanese language skills are not required.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about design, architecture, and interior environments.
• Enjoys meeting new people and building long-term client relationships.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Looking for a long-term career opportunity with growth potential.