Bentchair - Senior Business Development Manager

Description:

Key Responsibilities:

- Identify and develop new business opportunities across retail, hospitality, and corporate channels.

- Build and maintain relationships with key clients, builders, architects, interior designers, and purchase managers.

- Drive business growth by developing and executing strategic sales and partnership plans.

- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and business prospects.

- Collaborate with marketing and design teams to align sales strategies with brand objectives.

- Manage end-to-end sales processes from lead generation to deal closure and client onboarding.

- Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

- Represent Bent Chair at industry events, exhibitions, and networking opportunities to strengthen market presence.

- Maintain strong relationships with existing customers to ensure repeat business and client satisfaction.

Qualifications & Skills:

- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.

- 4-6 years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Strategic Partnerships preferably in home décor, lifestyle, luxury retail, or hospitality industries.

- Strong skills in relationship management, negotiation, and deal closure.

- Solid understanding of market research, consumer trends, and competitive landscape.

- Ability to develop and execute strategic business plans.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

- Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.

- Proficiency in MS Office and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).

- Candidates with a hospitality industry network or experience dealing with builders and purchase managers will be preferred.