An established manufacturing company is seeking a Head of A&D Marketing / Trade Development to expand its presence within the architecture and design community.
This individual will focus on building strong relationships with architects, designers, and industry specifiers while promoting the company's products and increasing their inclusion in design projects.
The ideal candidate is a confident presenter, skilled relationship builder, and strategic business development professional who understands how to engage trade partners, deliver effective product education, and turn industry relationships into long-term growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, interior designers, specifiers, and other A&D professionals.
- Build brand awareness and strengthen the company's presence within the architecture and design community.
- Drive product specifications by educating trade professionals on product features, applications, and benefits.
- Deliver engaging product presentations, training sessions, and educational events.
- Represent the company at industry trade shows, networking events, and partner meetings.
- Identify new business development opportunities and expand the network of trade relationships.
- Develop strategies to increase product visibility and preference among design professionals.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to support trade development initiatives.
- Maintain consistent communication and follow-up with trade partners.
- Track relationship development, specification opportunities, and overall trade engagement.
- Monitor A&D industry trends and identify opportunities to strengthen market positioning.
Qualifications
- Strong experience in A&D marketing, trade development, or related industry business development.
- Established understanding of the architecture and interior design community.
- Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with architects, designers, and specifiers.
- Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Experience delivering product education and participating in industry trade events.
- Strong business development and relationship management abilities.
- Ability to communicate product features and technical information effectively.
- Strategic, proactive, and results-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational skills and consistent follow-through.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams.
- Willingness to attend trade events and visit industry partners as needed.
📍 Location: Newark, NJ
💼 Type: Full-time, based at Newark headquarters
🚗 Travel: Trade events and partner visits as needed
💰 Salary: $130,000–$160,000/year
📩 To apply, send your resume to Yisroel@SwiftStaffingGroup.com
Subject line: Head of A&D Marketing / Trade Development | Job ID #3693914
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