Business Development Manager

Company Description STED archbuild is an Architecture, interior design, and interior build firm formed in 2017 as an offshoot of SPATIAL DIMENSIONS, founded in 2001. The firm operates across India and focuses on corporate office space interiors for sectors such as finance and banking, IT/ITeS, manufacturing, infrastructure engineering, pharma, nutrition, retail, and more. STED archbuild specializes in designing and delivering mid-size to large office floor spaces, with a strong record of completing projects on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. The company has received multiple recognitions for best workspace designs and is ISO 9001:2015 certified.

Role Description The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, with a focus on corporate office interior projects across multiple industry sectors. This full-time, on-site role based in Bengaluru includes building and maintaining client relationships, developing and presenting proposals, and coordinating with internal design and project teams to align offerings with client needs. The role involves market research, lead generation, networking with potential partners, and participation in industry events to strengthen the firm's presence. The Business Development Manager will track sales pipelines, prepare business forecasts, negotiate contracts in collaboration with senior leadership, and ensure high standards of client service and repeat business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales, preferably in architecture, interior design, construction, or related industries.
• Strong skills in client relationship management, networking, and stakeholder communication.
• Ability to conduct market research, analyse industry trends, and identify new business opportunities.
• Competence in preparing proposals, presentations, and commercial offers, with basic contract negotiation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in local languages in Bengaluru is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and deadlines.
• Comfort with CRM tools, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and basic reporting for sales and pipeline tracking.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with design, project management, and leadership teams.
• Prior experience dealing with corporate clients in sectors such as IT/ITeS, finance, manufacturing, pharma, or retail is highly beneficial.

Location - Bengaluru, Karnataka