Business Development & Sales Manager – Designbar
CREW Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Business Development & Sales Manager – Designbar
January 30, 2026
We are seeking a highly strategic Business Development & Sales Manager who understands how to create demand without pressure and close opportunities through insight, emotional intelligence, and timing.
This role sits at the intersection of creativity, psychology, and revenue. You are not a traditional salesperson, you are a relationship-builder, strategist, and closer who attracts aligned clients and guides them confidently to decision-making.
You are highly connected in the world of Commercial Real Estate with strong relationships to Brokers, Investors, Developers and Owners.
Responsibilities
Create demand through insight-led, vision-driven conversations
Activate and expand an existing network within hospitality, commercial, and multifamily sectors
Lead prospects from discovery through signed agreement with clarity and confidence
Collaborate with the creative team on pitch decks, vision boards, and proposals
Identify brand-aligned opportunities before they reach the open market
Represent DESIGNBAR at industry events, networking events, panels, and curated gatherings
Maintain consistent follow-through and pipeline visibility without aggressive sales tactics
Requirements / Skills Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
Experience
5+ years of business development or sales experience
Background in commercial interiors, hospitality, architecture, or adjacent industries strongly preferred
Proven track record of creating demand and closing high-value deals
Existing relationships within commercial real estate, hospitality, or development sectors
Technical & Strategic Skills
Strong consultative sales skills with an emphasis on value-based positioning
Comfort collaborating on proposals, presentations, and strategic pitches
Ability to manage leads, opportunities, and follow-up with discipline and structure
Communication Skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
High emotional intelligence and strong listening ability
Comfortable leading high-level conversations with owners, investors, and executives
Time Management & Autonomy
Highly self-motivated and disciplined
Able to manage a flexible schedule while consistently driving results
Comfortable working independently while remaining aligned with leadership and creative teams
Professional Attributes
Confident, polished, and credible in premium, design-forward environments
Relentless follow-through without ego or pressure
Operates with integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Adaptability
Forward-thinking and open to using AI, automation, and modern tools to support prospecting, research, and follow-up
Comfortable adapting messaging and approach based on audience and opportunity
Interpersonal Skills
Strong relationship-builder with long-term mindset
Collaborative by nature, able to partner seamlessly with creative leadership
Position Details
Employment Type: Part-Time, flexible schedule (with potential to transition to Full-Time)
Compensation: 100% commission-based, tied directly to closed business
Growth Opportunity: Opportunity to grow into a senior business development or leadership role as the firm scales
Work Environment: Hybrid of remote work, in-person meetings, and industry events
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We are seeking a highly strategic Business Development & Sales Manager who understands how to create demand without pressure and close opportunities through insight, emotional intelligence, and timing.
This role sits at the intersection of creativity, psychology, and revenue. You are not a traditional salesperson, you are a relationship-builder, strategist, and closer who attracts aligned clients and guides them confidently to decision-making.
You are highly connected in the world of Commercial Real Estate with strong relationships to Brokers, Investors, Developers and Owners.
Responsibilities
Create demand through insight-led, vision-driven conversations
Activate and expand an existing network within hospitality, commercial, and multifamily sectors
Lead prospects from discovery through signed agreement with clarity and confidence
Collaborate with the creative team on pitch decks, vision boards, and proposals
Identify brand-aligned opportunities before they reach the open market
Represent DESIGNBAR at industry events, networking events, panels, and curated gatherings
Maintain consistent follow-through and pipeline visibility without aggressive sales tactics
Requirements / Skills Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred
Experience
5+ years of business development or sales experience
Background in commercial interiors, hospitality, architecture, or adjacent industries strongly preferred
Proven track record of creating demand and closing high-value deals
Existing relationships within commercial real estate, hospitality, or development sectors
Technical & Strategic Skills
Strong consultative sales skills with an emphasis on value-based positioning
Comfort collaborating on proposals, presentations, and strategic pitches
Ability to manage leads, opportunities, and follow-up with discipline and structure
Communication Skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
High emotional intelligence and strong listening ability
Comfortable leading high-level conversations with owners, investors, and executives
Time Management & Autonomy
Highly self-motivated and disciplined
Able to manage a flexible schedule while consistently driving results
Comfortable working independently while remaining aligned with leadership and creative teams
Professional Attributes
Confident, polished, and credible in premium, design-forward environments
Relentless follow-through without ego or pressure
Operates with integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Adaptability
Forward-thinking and open to using AI, automation, and modern tools to support prospecting, research, and follow-up
Comfortable adapting messaging and approach based on audience and opportunity
Interpersonal Skills
Strong relationship-builder with long-term mindset
Collaborative by nature, able to partner seamlessly with creative leadership
Position Details
Employment Type: Part-Time, flexible schedule (with potential to transition to Full-Time)
Compensation: 100% commission-based, tied directly to closed business
Growth Opportunity: Opportunity to grow into a senior business development or leadership role as the firm scales
Work Environment: Hybrid of remote work, in-person meetings, and industry events
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