A&D Business Development Manager

About the Role

Hali Rugs is seeking a proven and experienced A&D Business Development Manager to drive growth within the high-end residential architecture and design sector.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident on the road, comfortable running multiple presentations each week, and proactive on the phone building and deepening relationships.

You will be responsible for expanding Hali Rugs’ A&D network across Melbourne, strengthening existing partnerships, and positioning Hali Rugs as a preferred supplier within leading architecture and interior design studios.

You’ll work closely with our showroom teams to turn relationships and specifications into completed projects, while playing a key role in the continued growth of our A&D channel.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with established architecture and interior design practices
• Actively prospect and onboard new A&D partners within the high-end residential market
• Conduct regular in-studio presentations, product updates and CPD-style sessions
• Maintain a strong on-road presence, managing a busy schedule of appointments
• Work closely with showroom teams to convert specifications into completed projects
• Represent the Hali Rugs brand at industry events, launches and design forums
• Track activity, opportunities and pipeline performance
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the A&D channel in Victoria

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an A&D Business Development role across interiors, building products, finishes or a similar design-led industry
• Established relationships within the architecture and interior design community
• Strong presentation skills and confidence engaging with senior designers and principals
• Highly self-motivated, organised and results-driven
• Comfortable working autonomously in a field-based role
• Experience representing a premium or design-led brand highly regarded
• Valid driver's licence

What’s on Offer

• $100K–$110K + Super + Car Allowance

• Uncapped commission – $15K–$30K achievable in year one, with significant upside

• OTE of $150K+ in Year 1, with significant earning potential as you grow.

• Autonomy and trust in a senior role

• The opportunity to represent a respected, design-focused national brand

• Join a close-knit, high-performing team where your ideas, relationships and results genuinely make an impact

• Supportive, values-led, family-owned business culture

How to Apply

If you’re an experienced A&D professional looking to take the next step with a premium brand and real opportunity to make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.