DescriptionArchitecture & Design Manager - Chicago
Do you build trusted relationships across the architecture & design community and thrive in market-facing work? Do you enjoy developing new business within targeted firms while collaborating closely with dealers and account teams? Are you energized by leading complex projects and turning opportunities into awarded business ? If so, then this is the perfect opportunity for you to consider!
You'll Support Meaningful Work By:
- -Building relationships with 10+ targeted architecture & design firms to develop new business
- -Collaborating with dealer partners to strengthen engagement and drive opportunities
- -Supporting account activities alongside Client Business Managers (CBMs)
- -Leading complex, large-volume projects from concept through execution
- -Managing administrative tasks such as CRM updates and event coordination
- -Attending networking events and industry functions to expand market presence
- -Developing strategic pricing strategies to support competitive bids
Minimum Qualifications:
- -5 years of experience engaging with the Architecture & Design (A&D) community
- -Market development and sales experience
- -Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
- -Ability to attend networking events (2+ nights/week)
- -Experience in collaborative selling and managing complex projects
- -Proficiency in pricing strategies and basic administrative tasks
- -Must be based in Chicago
Desired Skills and Experience:
- -Experience in the furniture industry
- -Ability to connect with emerging designers and influencers
- -Strong existing network within the A&D community
- -Experience working with dealer partners and showroom engagement
- -Strong presentation and networking skills
- -Comfort with long sales cycles and team-based selling
In compliance with pay transparency laws, the annual base salary range for this position is $75,100 - $93,900 - $117,000 . Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Steelcase considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
