Business Development Manager
San Francisco, CA
Marketing /
Full-time /
Company
Gantri is a new kind of design manufacturer. We help designers create high-quality, affordable and sustainable modern designs and sell directly to consumers. Our secret? Manufacturing products on-demand using cutting-edge 3D printing and innovative plant-based materials at the world’s largest 3D printing facility.
Since launching lighting in 2017, we've collaborated with some of world's best designers, studios and brands, including Ammunition, Dims and Muka Design Lab. We’re the winner of Time’s Best Inventions 2020, Fast Company’s Most Innovative in Design 2020, Gear Patrol’s Top 100 Products of 2020, Architectural Digest’s Cleverest Awards 2020 and many other awards.
Role
Gantri is looking for a highly-experienced Business Developer to join our team. In this position, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies for increasing revenue and customer acquisition through new business partnerships for Gantri.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent communication skills, with the proven ability to establish meaningful relationships internally and externally to meet our growth goals. With a love for design and a deep understanding of the consumer landscape, you will be responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and securing new business opportunities.
We're a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work with highly motivated teams to implement growth strategies to take our business to the next level. We're looking for individuals that have a passion for our mission to make great design accessible for all to enjoy.
Requirements
- 5+ years of business development or similar experience at a brand or agency. Familiarity with DTC or start-ups preferred
- Proven ability to draw new clients, nurture relationships and bring them to the finish line
- Highly brand conscious with an expert understanding of the consumer landscape of lifestyle, fashion, and interior industries
- Ability to identify market trends to continuously maximize opportunities for growth
- Excellent communication, negotiation and networking skills
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to take ownership of a project from start to finish and prioritize as required. Familiarity of Asana a plus
- Comfortable with ambiguity and taking on multiple projects or clients at any given time
- Understanding of product development and marketing preferred
- Past experience can include: PR Manager, Ecommerce Merchandiser, Sales Rep, Product Developer, Business Developer, Marketing Manager, or Client Manager
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Paid vacation days and paid holidays
- Work from X benefits
- Access to 3D printers for your personal projects
- Monthly team lunches
- And much more
