Business Development Manager
Company: Forms+Surfaces Inc
Location: Elk Grove Village
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description FormsSurfaces is a leading
designer and manufacturer of a wide range of architectural products
used in public spaces around the globe. Our growing brand is known
for its breadth of product lines, including surface materials,
elevator interiors, doors and hardware, information displays, wall
systems, columns, railing, and outdoor site furniture. We currently
are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Architectural Sales
professional who resides in the Chicago area for the position of
Business Development Manager – Site Products, with a focus on our
line of exterior architectural products (outdoor site furniture and
lighting, etc.) By specializing in our exterior architectural
product lines, you can strengthen your product expertise and build
stronger relationships with both the Landscape Architect / Designer
communities and other specifiers of our products. Beyond stellar
sales skills, the ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
Experience with technical, design-oriented solutions. 3-5 years’
experience in a Landscape Architect / Designer role is a plus. 3-5
years demonstrated sales success in the A/D market with an emphasis
on architectural interiors, wall cladding, glass, and/or exterior
architectural solutions. Strong, experience-based understanding of
the A&D community; proven success working with architects,
contractors, landscape architects, facility owners, and other
specifiers. The ability to craft technical, "substitution-proof"
specifications and follow them throughout the bidding and ordering
cycle. In-depth knowledge of specifiers' needs, requirements, and
concerns, and the ability to offer creative solutions to their
challenges. The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communications and
organizational skills, along with the ability to fully utilize our
CRM software and other technologies. Enjoy working in a
collaborative, entrepreneurial environment and engaging team
members throughout the organization - Sales, Marketing,
Manufacturing, and Design - to accomplish a common goal. This
unique opportunity offers career independence and control with a
company that provides ample support, training, and hands-on
mentoring to help ensure success. This position will allow you to
work in an established territory and partner with other experienced
Business Development Managers for added support and guidance. The
ideal candidate will be a graduate Landscape Architect/Designer (or
related technical degree) and have some specific technical
Architectural or related experience before transitioning into a
sales role calling on specifiers and end-users in the A&D
community. Local candidates only and only those with experience
within the A&D or related community will be considered! FS
offers competitive compensation, a quality benefits program, career
growth opportunities, and an exciting, challenging team
environment. The Company is an equal-opportunity employer. Powered
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