We are hiring an Architecture and Design Manager to represent the Steelcase portfolio in its entirety while partnering with designers and architects to support their projects and goals of the firm. You will be working with the design community and simultaneously alongside of Steelcase local dealers establishing close partnerships as you strategize on a shared approach to the market. You will cover Philadelphia Metro and Eastern Pennsylvania.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Develop close relationships with designers and design firms at multiple levels to uncover new opportunities for Steelcase Inc. and our partner brands.
-You will develop a deep understanding of the current work workplace issues and trends across multiple industries to become a resource to the clients you support.
-Leverage Steelcase research and product to educate and inform design firms of trends and shifts related to people and place.
-Foster a strong partnership with our local dealer on design community marketing and branding strategies.
-Engage with the regional Steelcase team to bring in additional insights and perspectives when beneficial.
Wellbeing Means so Much More than Benefits
-Monthly car stipend
-Monthly cell phone reimbursement
-Employee assistance program, providing free counseling, financial resilience, and legal guidance
-Ongoing learning opportunities through Linkedin Learning & Steelcase University
Who You Are:
You are innately curious and demonstrate an understanding of and passion for client and customer issues. Personal success motivates you, and you also find satisfaction in helping others succeed and creating innovative solutions within a collaborative team environment.
Minimum Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree
· 5 years of sales experience
· Experience selling to or working within the design community
· Located in Philadelphia
Desired Skills and Experience
· Have strong relationship skills, relationship maturity and the confidence to develop relationships at all levels within design and architecture firms.
· Are self-motivated, well-adapted and results oriented.
· Have developed dynamic communication skills including presentation, written and verbal.
· Have a high level of organizational and management skills necessary for coordinating complex projects, working with teams, and executing on short- and long-term goals.
· Can juggle an in-person, virtual, and social media presence within the design community.
· Are skilled at transitioning relationships to business opportunities.
Who We Are:
Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.
Why People Choose to Work with Us:
At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.
What Matters to Us:
More than qualifications, we’re looking for talent and potential. We are proud to have a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're always looking to improve our global community. We value applicants who are comfortable interacting with people different from themselves, building mutual respect and positive relationships. We invite people from all backgrounds and genders to apply. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.
Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. We are proud to be recognized for our inclusive workforce by the Corporate Equality Index for the past nine years. Steelcase is a MVAA- Silver Level Veteran-Friendly Employer. Steelcase recognizes the amazing experiences and skills that Veteran's possess. We encourage all Veterans and Veteran Spouses to apply. Please see our Workingat Steelcase Document for more detailed benefits and compensation information.
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