VP of Business Development | Hospitality Interior Design
Job Description
Vice President (VP) of Business Development – Hospitality and/or Student Housing
Remote working – based in the United States (ideally SE of the US)
The Vice President of Business Development - Hospitality or Student Housing is responsible for driving the sales, growth, and expansion of the firm’s hospitality or student housing portfolio. This position is pivotal in identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, creating and executing business development strategies that enhance the company’s market presence in the hospitality or student housing sector. The VP of BD Hospitality or Student Housing will work closely with the executive leadership, marketing, and design teams to ensure alignment with business goals and revenue targets.Â
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales Strategy and Leadership
- Client Relationship Management
- Business Development and Market Expansion
- Collaboration with Design and Operations Teams
- Brand Positioning and Marketing Support
- Sales Performance and Reporting
- Negotiation and Closing
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in business, sales, marketing, interior design, or a related field is required. An advanced degree or certifications in sales, business development, or interior design is a plus.
- 7-10 + years in high level sales position in the architecture and interior design sectors, focusing on hospitality and/or student housing projects
- Demonstrated knowledge of strategic sales planning, forecasting, and achieving sales goals
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and work in fast paced environment.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of the interior design industry, particularly within the hospitality or student housing sector. Knowledge of trends, design aesthetics, and hospitality or student housing processes is essential.
- Sales Leadership: Proven track record of leading sales teams, managing relationships, and driving revenue growth, preferably in an interior design or construction-related field.
- Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with developers, architects, contractors, and other industry professionals.
- Communication and Negotiation Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate high-value contracts and present design solutions effectively.
- Financial Acumen: Understanding of project budgeting and the ability to assess and communicate financial implications of design proposals.
- Project Management Experience: Familiarity with the hospitality or student housing development process and the ability to work collaboratively with design and operations teams to ensure project success.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive Annual Salary + Bonus Structure +Â Full Benefits Package
- Excellent company culture and work/life balance - dedicated to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment for all employees, including a wellness week for employees.
- Full Benefits Package includes healthcare (medical, dental, vision), Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, 401K with employer match, PTO, Holidays, Sick Days, Parental Leave, Incentives, team gatherings, and more.Â
For immediate review and consideration, contact:Â Jordan Kravetzky - Jordan@InteriorTalent.com
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Why work with Interior Talent?
- OUR CLIENTS hire us to FIND YOU
- Exclusively focused on the Architecture and Design industries
- We work with the DECISION MAKERS – Owners, Principals, Directors and HR
- CONFIDENTIALITY & PROFESSIONALISM: We assist with the entire process so that looking into a new opportunity is DISCRETE and CONFIDENTIAL – we highly value your current position and will never do anything that would bring your future into jeopardy
- EXPERTISE: In the industry since 2003
- We are your advocate and WE GET IT – we know making a career decision is difficult and we’re here for you throughout the whole process
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Meet Your Recruiter
Jordan Kravetzky
Project Manager
Jordan brings a depth of relationship-building, leadership, and team development experience to the team. Her recruiting experience stems from her family, as she is the third generation in recruitment, following in the footsteps of her grandfather and father. Throughout her career, she has honed her ability to create lasting relationships with her candidates, allowing her to be a great resource to those interviewing and accepting new opportunities. As a leader, Jordan is a player-coach and loves working directly with the team guiding them to success. Outside of work, you will find her handing out with her Goldendoodle Arlo or traveling the world with her friends. You can reach her at Jordan@InteriorTalent.com.
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