Job Description:
Architect & Interior Design Business Development Manager
Clipsal by Schneider Electric | Sydney or Melbourne
Shape the Future of Design
At Clipsal by Schneider Electric, we're helping create exceptional spaces where people live, work, and connect. As Australia's most trusted electrical brand, we're looking for a passionate and commercially driven Architect & Interior Design Business Development Manager to strengthen our presence within the design community and drive specification-led growth across the residential and light commercial sectors.
This is an exciting opportunity to combine your passion for design, relationship-building, and business development while championing our premium product portfolio.
About the Role
As the Architect & Interior Design Business Development Manager, you will engage with architects, interior designers, and design consultants early in the project lifecycle, positioning Clipsal as the preferred choice for innovative electrical solutions.
Leveraging your industry network and commercial acumen, you will secure specifications, build a strong project pipeline, and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful conversion of design intent into builder delivery.
What You'll Be Doing
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Develop and grow a specification pipeline across residential and light commercial projects.
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Influence product selection early in the design process and secure specifications for Clipsal's premium portfolio.
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Build trusted relationships with architects, interior designers, and other key design stakeholders.
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Partner closely with Regional Business Managers, Business Development Managers, and the Design Services team to drive successful project outcomes.
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Support design consultations and deliver exceptional customer experiences from concept through to completion.
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Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities to support business growth.
Represent Clipsal at industry events, trade shows, CPD presentations, and networking opportunities, including interstate travel as required.
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Drive adoption of premium product ranges and contribute to increased market share and commercial growth.
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What You'll Bring
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Proven experience in business development, specification sales, account management, or a similar relationship-driven role.
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Strong networks within the architecture, interior design, property, or construction sectors.
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Demonstrated ability to build pipelines, influence stakeholders, and convert opportunities into results.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
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Strong commercial acumen and a customer-focused approach.
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A proactive, self-motivated mindset and passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Highly Regarded
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Experience within the electrical, building products, construction, or specification sales environment.
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Understanding of residential construction and project delivery processes.
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Exposure to premium product portfolios and design-led customer segments.
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Experience delivering presentations, CPD sessions, or educational workshops.
Why Join Clipsal by Schneider Electric?
This is more than a sales role—it's an opportunity to influence projects at the earliest stages, shape design outcomes, and drive meaningful business growth.
You'll join a globally recognised organisation known for innovation, sustainability, and customer excellence, with the opportunity to work alongside some of Australia's leading design professionals.
Ready to Influence What's Next?
If you're passionate about design, thrive on building influential relationships, and want to play a key role in driving premium growth for one of Australia's most iconic brands, we'd love to hear from you.
All the applicants must have full work rights in Australia
Local Benefits (English):
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(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
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IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
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+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
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