Director of Sales and Business Development

Company Description BB Designs is a specialist designer and manufacturer in sustainable, modular, and circular commercial interiors and furniture that supports both brand impact and environmental responsibility. The company designs and delivers furniture and interior elements for workspaces, retail environments, and hospitality venues that evolve with clients' businesses while minimising waste by using reclaimed and innovative materials. BB Designs collaborates with forward-thinking brands, landlords, architects, and interior designers who want to lead by example in sustainable design. Role Description The Director of Sales and Business Development is an on-site and remote role based in Bradford. This position leads the sales and business development strategy, driving revenue growth across key sectors such as commercial workplaces, retail, and hospitality. Day-to-day responsibilities include identifying and securing new business opportunities, nurturing long-term client relationships, setting up and attending meetings and overseeing the sales pipeline from prospecting through contract negotiation and close. The director collaborates closely with design, project, and operations teams to align client solutions with BB Designs' sustainable and circular design principles, with a shared role of representing the brand at industry events and networking opportunities. Candidate Requirments

• Strong Sales and Sales Operations skills, including pipeline management, forecasting, and contract negotiation.
• Proven Business Development experience in identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding into new markets.
• Demonstrated Team Management capabilities, including coaching, performance management, and creating an inclusive, high-performing culture.
• Excellent Customer Service skills, with a track record of developing long-term client relationships and delivering a high-quality client experience.
• Experience in commercial interiors, furniture, or related design and construction sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainable, circular, or modular design principles and interest in environmental responsibility.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience in sales leadership through employment.