Central Employment are working in partnership with a fast growing interiors brand, as they look to appoint a commercially focused Trade Business Development Manager.
The Business Development Manager is responsible for generating new trade partnerships within the interior design, architectural, and property development sectors. This is a proactive outbound role focused on driving specification, securing new accounts, and developing long-term project-based relationships.
Key Responsibilities
• Proactively prospect interior designers, architects, specifiers, and developers through outbound calls, emails, and industry platforms.
• Build and manage a pipeline of trade leads and project opportunities.
• Present product solutions aligned with design requirements, technical specifications, and project budgets.
• Onboard new trade accounts and guide them through early orders and project workflows.
• Develop relationships with design professionals to support repeat business across multiple projects.
• Attend design and architecture events to increase brand visibility and build networks.
• Maintain accurate activity, pipeline, and project data in the CRM.
Skills & Competencies
• Strong outbound sales experience (ideally in a design-led or project-driven environment).
• Ability to communicate confidently with designers, architects, and ...