Trade Sales Business Development Manager

Manpower Group (USA); Winston-Salem (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Trade Sales Business Development Manager for the New York City market, offering hybrid work. You will grow the company’s trade business across NY, NJ, CT by building relationships with interior designers, architects, developers, stylists, and commercial clients.

Lead generation, partner acquisition, and repeat sales are core to this role. The position emphasizes a highly visible business development path with responsibility for expanding the trade sales channel, adding

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in B2B sales, business development, or trade sales.
• Proven ability to generate leads and close business.
• Strong communication, networking, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business development and expansion of the trade sales channel.
• Build and maintain relationships with designers, architects, developers, and other trade partners.
• Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, events, and outreach.
• Manage and grow a strong sales pipeline to achieve revenue goals.
• Plan and host trade events, showroom activations, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to convert leads and strengthen client relationships.
• Provide market feedback and insights to support growth initiatives.

Skills

Lead generation

Relationship building

Trade sales

Networking

Independent worker

Job description

Trade Sales Business Development Manager

• Reference Number: 5895262
• Published Date: 09/17/2026
• Job Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time

Trade Sales Business Development Manager
New York, NY (Hybrid) $75,000 - $110,000 Base Salary
Manpower Direct Hire is partnering with a leading home furnishings and lifestyle brand to identify a Trade Sales Business Development Manager for the New York City market.
In this role, you will be responsible for growing the company's trade business throughout the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT) by developing relationships with interior designers, architects, developers, stylists, and commercial clients. This is a highly visible business development position focused on lead generation, partner acquisition, account growth, and repeat sales.
Key Responsibilities:

• Drive new business development and expansion of the trade sales channel.
• Build and maintain relationships with designers, architects, developers, and other trade partners.
• Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, events, and outreach.
• Manage and grow a strong sales pipeline to achieve revenue goals.
• Plan and host trade events, showroom activations, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to convert leads and strengthen client relationships.
• Provide market feedback and insights to support business growth initiatives.

Trade Sales Business Development Manager
New York, NY (Hybrid) $75,000 - $110,000 Base Salary
Manpower Direct Hire is partnering with a leading home furnishings and lifestyle brand to identify a Trade Sales Business Development Manager for the New York City market.
In this role, you will be responsible for growing the company's trade business throughout the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT) by developing relationships with interior designers, architects, developers, stylists, and commercial clients. This is a highly visible business development position focused on lead generation, partner acquisition, account growth, and repeat sales.
Key Responsibilities:

• Drive new business development and expansion of the trade sales channel.
• Build and maintain relationships with designers, architects, developers, and other trade partners.
• Generate qualified leads through networking, referrals, events, and outreach.
• Manage and grow a strong sales pipeline to achieve revenue goals.
• Plan and host trade events, showroom activations, and networking opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to convert leads and strengthen client relationships.
• Provide market feedback and insights to support business growth initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in B2B sales, business development, account management, or trade sales.
• Proven ability to generate leads, build relationships, and close business.
• Strong communication, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and ability to work independently.
• Experience within furniture, interiors, home furnishings, design, or related industries is highly preferred.
• Existing network within the design, architecture, property, or trade community is a plus.

ManpowerGroup recognizes the importance of providing an accessible and barrier-free environment. We are committed to creating a welcoming, fair and inclusive environment by offering equal opportunity to access our services. At ManpowerGroup, we are committed to providing accommodations, and will work with you to meet your needs.