Forms+Surfaces · 4 months ago
Business Development Manager – Austin/San Antonio, TX
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelForms+Surfaces is a leading designer and manufacturer of architectural products used in public spaces worldwide. They are seeking an experienced Architectural Sales professional for the position of Business Development Manager in the Austin/San Antonio region, focusing on their Architectural Products/Surfaces.
ArchitectureFurnitureInterior DesignManufacturing
Responsibilities
Craft technical, 'substitution-proof' specifications and follow them throughout the bidding and ordering cycle
Offer creative solutions to specifiers' needs, requirements, and concerns
Prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment
Utilize CRM software and other technologies effectively
Collaborate with team members in Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, and Design to achieve common goals
Qualification
Required
Strong, experience-based understanding of the A&D community; proven success working with architects, contractors, designers, 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
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
The ideal candidate will be a graduate Architect/Landscape Architect/Designer (or related) and have some specific technical Architectural or related experience before transitioning into a sales role calling on end-users in the A&D community
Must have strong contacts in the local A&D community to be considered for this role!
Local candidates only and only those with experience within the A&D or related community will be considered!
Company
Forms+Surfaces
Forms+Surfaces is a designer and manufacturer of architectural and outdoor products used in public spaces around the world.
Founded in 1964
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase