Job title: Business Development Manager
Company: MechoShade
Job description: DescriptionBusiness Development Manager: Commercial Business UnitJob SummaryMecho and SWFcontract, the commercial brands under Springs Window Fashions’ Commercial
Business Unit, are industry leaders in commercial solar shading, commercial grade blinds and
intelligent control systems. Known for innovation, design excellence, and sustainable solutions,
we’ve partnered with architects, designers, engineers, and developers for decades to deliver
high-performance window management systems that transform spaces. Our products are
brought to life through a trusted network of dealers and specifiers, shaping projects across
healthcare, education, corporate, government, and more. As the leading commercial window
coverings provider in North America, we are proud to pioneer advancements in manual,
motorized and automated solutions that prioritize occupant comfort, energy efficiency, and
design flexibility.The Business Development Manager (BDM) will be responsible for responsible for cultivating
and growing business relationships with architects, designers, developers/owners, GC’s and
other industry players across multiple vertical markets. You will be instrumental in driving
specifications, expanding market presence, and achieving sales growth. This role is integral in
managing and the project lifecycle from early planning through the ultimate application of
Springs’ products through our dealer network.Key Responsibilities
- Achieve or exceed annual sales objectives for the assigned territory.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, designers, developers/owners,
general contractors, and our dealer network.
- Identify, target, and secure basis-of–design specifications across healthcare, education,
office, government, and other key markets. (CSI Certification a plus).
- Present and position window management systems and intelligent controls in alignment
with client goals and project requirements.
- Manage opportunities through the entire sales process from early design influence and
specification to bid, purchase, and project close.
- Maintain an active and accurate project pipeline using CRM tools (Microsoft Dynamics
experience a plus).
- Collaborate with internal teams and marketing resources to deliver impactful
presentations and proposals.
- Monitor market conditions, competitor activities, and product innovations to inform
strategy.
- Champion sustainability and wellness initiatives, leveraging certifications or knowledge
in these areas as an advantage.
- 35% travel is expected for this position for specifier and other market interactions
RequirementsEducation & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related design, technical, or business field.
- Experience: 3–5 years of proven sales success within the architecture, design,
engineering, or construction industries.
- Demonstrated ability to develop specifications and close business in a consultative sales
environment.
- Proficient with CRM platforms (Microsoft Dynamics or similar) and data driven- sales
processes.
- Skilled in delivering compelling presentations, negotiating, and overcoming objections.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Self-motivated, self-directed with a track record of successful, credible lead followup and sales development at multiple levels within an organization,
- Exhibits a work style that is high energy, highly influential and can be an aggressive
closer
- Ability to penetrate accounts and develop relationships at management level
- Ability to strategize and develop project/account/territory plans to drive sales
- Strong ability to solve technical, financial and business problems for customers and
specifiers by providing high level solutions in a conceptual manner.
- Proven track record achieving measurable sales goals as assigned by Regional Leader and
willing to accept responsibility for results
- Strong interpersonal communication, presentation and negotiation skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers, associates, managers, outside and
inside contacts
- Experience managing a data driven sales process via CRM
- Ability to work within their sales teams and be an individual contributor
- Positive and energetic with excellent listening skills and strong writing skills
- Possess an entrepreneurial spirit with the highest level of integrity
- A passion for innovation, sustainability, and delivering value to clients.
- Valid driver’s license required
How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Culture
- Our Core Value: We do the right thing, always
- Our Seven Cultural Behaviors
- Empowerment – We trust our people.
- Ownership – We take 100% responsibility for our roles actions, and results.
- Leadership – We all lead by example and talk direct with respect (DWR).
- One Team – We are One Springs Team.
- Customer First – We consider our customers’ needs before every decision.
- Continuous Innovation – We are constantly learning, innovating, and improving.
- Speed – We define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility.
Salary and Other Compensation:The annual base for this position is reasonably expected to be between $100,000 and $130,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.This position is eligible for a sales-related bonus of up to 25%.Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match of eligible contributions, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid sick time at an amount that meets or exceeds all local requirements, fifteen days (pro-rated for 2024 based on start date) paid vacation time, eleven paid holidays per year, and one paid volunteer day off per year.This posting is anticipated to remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.
Expected salary: $100000 – 130000 per year
Location: Washington DC
Job date: Wed, 08 Oct 2025 01:29:46 GMT
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