Junior Business Development Associate

Global architectural and interior design products growing NYC office, seeks Business Development Associate. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a design background and Architectural and &Designing sales experience who wants to grow their career in a collaborative and dynamic environment. To support sales and business development activities within the Architecture & Design (A&D) community. This role is ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven professional who enjoys working with architects, interior designers, distributors, and project stakeholders.

Location: New York, NY

Salary: $70,000-$75,000 + Bonus

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with architects, interior designers, distributors, and other industry professionals.
• Identify and develop new project opportunities within the A&D market.
• Conduct product presentations, client meetings, and follow-up activities.
• Prepare quotations and support the sales process through project completion.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
• Manage project documentation, purchase orders, and project tracking.
• Provide occasional support for project installations and after-sales service when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Degree or background in Interior Design, Architecture, Business, Marketing, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 1-3+ years of experience in business development, sales support, project coordination, or client-facing roles.
• Experience selling architectural, interior design, furniture, hardware, building materials, or related products to the A&D community is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Japanese language skills are not required.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about design, architecture, and interior environments.
• Enjoys meeting new people and building long-term client relationships.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Looking for a long-term career opportunity with growth potential.

To apply, please email your resume to [email protected]