Business Development Manager

Forms+Surfaces Inc

$70K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in sales within the A/D market, particularly with architectural interiors, wall cladding, glass, or exterior architectural solutions.
  • Experience in a Landscape Architect/Designer role is advantageous.
  • Strong understanding of the A&D community and a history of engaging with architects, contractors, and facility owners.
  • Ability to develop technical, substitution-proof specifications and navigate through bidding and ordering processes.
  • Effective communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in CRM and related technologies.
  • A collaborative spirit, willing to engage across various departments, including Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Design.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with Landscape Architects, Designers, and other specifiers for product promotion.
  • Provide technical solutions to address client needs and requirements for outdoor architectural products.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align on customer solutions and drive sales success.
  • Prepare and follow through on technical specifications throughout the bidding process.
  • Manage a defined territory, maximizing opportunities for sales and client engagement.
  • Utilize CRM software to track interactions and sales progress, keeping detailed records of customer preferences.

Benefits

  • Career independence with control over your sales territory.
  • Access to ongoing training and hands-on mentoring for professional development.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with experienced Business Development Managers for additional support.
Full Job Description
We currently are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Architectural Sales professional who resides in the Atlanta, Georgia area for the position of Business Development Manager - Site Products, with a focus on our line of exterior architectural products (outdoor site furniture and lighting, etc.) By specializing in our exterior architectural product lines, you can strengthen your product expertise and build stronger relationships with both the Landscape Architect / Designer communities and other specifiers of our products. Beyond stellar sales skills, the ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
  • Experience with technical, design-oriented solutions.
  • 3-5 years' experience in a Landscape Architect / Designer role is a plus.
  • 3-5 years demonstrated sales success in the A/D market with an emphasis on architectural interiors, wall cladding, glass, and/or exterior architectural solutions.
  • Strong, experience-based understanding of the A&D community; proven success working with architects, contractors, landscape architects, facility owners, and other specifiers. The ability to craft technical, "substitution-proof" specifications and follow them throughout the bidding and ordering cycle.
  • In-depth knowledge of specifiers' needs, requirements, and concerns, and the ability to offer creative solutions to their challenges. The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communications and organizational skills, along with the ability to fully utilize our CRM software and other technologies.
  • Enjoy working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and engaging team members throughout the organization - Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Design - to accomplish a common goal.
This unique opportunity offers career independence and control with a company that provides ample support, training, and hands-on mentoring to help ensure success. This position will allow you to work in an established territory and partner with other experienced Business Development Managers for added support and guidance. The ideal candidate will be a graduate Landscape Architect/Designer (or related technical degree) and have some specific technical Architectural or related experience before transitioning into a sales role calling on specifiers and end-users in the A&D community. Local candidates only and only those with experience within the A&D or related community will be considered!

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Forms+Surfaces Inc

More Business Services Jobs

Find similar Business Development Manager jobs: