Business Development Manager

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  • Pay Bracket $80,000
  • Experience 2 Years
Job Description

Who we are:

Jardan is an Australian, family-owned business in operation since 1987. Harbouring an ever-growing reputation for beautifully designed and crafted products, our vision for contemporary Australian living has extended to every part of the process. From the way we conceptualise and design, right through to the way our customers experience our products in store.

Our showrooms reflect our aesthetic and bring our products together with select pieces from local and international artists. We encourage our customers to come together and enjoy our spaces and find pieces that will honour their surroundings.

From humble beginnings with only eight staff, we have now grown to a team nationwide of over 220 today.

What we are looking for:

We have a sought after vacancy for a positive and passionate individual to join our sales and trade team in Sydney. Based at our Paddington Showroom and reporting to the State Manager, this role will involve managing a busy and active client base of design professionals, as well as developing new relationships across a range of projects.

The scope of this role is constantly evolving so you will need to be someone comfortable with change.

What the role entails:

-Grow project sales to achieve / exceed both personal and team targets

-Work on a range of plans across residential, commercial and retail projects

-Manage, maintain and coordinate sales from order to delivery in conjunction with our operations team

-Take a strategic approach to managing trade accounts

-Consult with Designers, Architects and end users on sales briefs

-Establish and develop warm and genuine relationships with Designers, Architects and end users

-Prepare design presentations to clients, as required

-Monthly reporting on sales and activity to the State Manager with a focus on proactive activity and ensuring KPI’s are met

-Take part in a range of marketing initiatives whilst working alongside the Sales Support team

-Maintain awareness of market trends, understanding the broader industry, market developments and monitoring what local competitors are doing

-Take a leadership role in championing new initiatives to improve business and grow sales

-Be an active contributor in sales meetings, training sessions and team building exercises

We are looking for someone who has:

-At least 3 years of experience as a Business Development Manager in either the retail, design or furniture industry

-An ability to build positive working relationships

-Strong relationship management skills

-A passion for sustainability and a belief in our values

-Certificate/Diploma within Interior Design (desirable)

What we provide:

-A beautiful inner city workspace

-A great team who all work as one

-Generous staff discounts on both furniture and homewares

-Competitive pay rates & attractive commission structure

How to apply:

Please email your resume to Sacha McLennan, HR Manager, at sacha.mclennan@jardan.com.au

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted