Business Development Manager (BDM)

Job Description for Business Development Manager

We are lighting designer company, focused on providing designs for Interiors & Exteriors Architecture including Façade & Landscape architecture providing a complete lighting design & solutions along with all the required technical specifications.

Light being a technically demanding yet challenging & astonishing medium; we as a lighting designer in todays arena & it has become an integral & effective part for completion of any architectural project for Retail Stores, Builders & Developers, Hoteliers, Architects & Interior designers.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

Identify and develop new business opportunities for lighting design and consultancy services

Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in architectural, hospitality, retail, and commercial projects

Meet regularly with architects, interior designers, developers, consultants, and project managers

Promote lighting design and consulting services to potential and existing clients

Manage client inquiries from lead generation to project award

Prepare proposals, fee estimates, and presentations

Track upcoming projects, tenders, and development opportunities

Represent the firm at industry events, meetings, and networking sessions

Coordinate with lighting designers and project teams to support client requirements

Maintain an updated client database and sales pipeline

Achieve business development and revenue targets

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Design, Engineering, or related field

0-3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations

Experience in architecture, lighting, construction, or design industry preferred

Understanding of lighting design and consultancy services is an advantage

Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple client meetings

Key Skills

Business development and networking

Client relationship management

Proposal and presentation skills

Negotiation and closing

Market research and project tracking