Architecture and Design Manager

Architecture & Design Manager

Do you build trusted relationships across the architecture & design community and thrive in market-facing work? Do you enjoy developing new business within targeted firms while collaborating closely with dealers and account teams? Are you energized by leading complex projects and turning opportunities into awarded business?

Helping You Thrive By:

• -Offering competitive wages and benefits, that support your life both in and out of work

• -Providing a flexible hybrid work schedule, meaning we expect the office to be your primary place of work, balanced with choice and control.

• -Creating continuous learning opportunities to help you grow and upskill.

• -Fostering a culture of inclusion where employees feel seen, heard and valued - and living it out every day.

• -Empowering you to make a meaningful impact on people and the planet through your work and Steelcase's ongoing commitment.

You'll Support Meaningful Work By:

• -Building relationships with 7-10 targeted architecture & design firms to develop new business

• -Collaborating with dealer partners to strengthen engagement and drive opportunities

• -Supporting account activities alongside Client Business Managers (CBMs)

• -Leading complex, large-volume projects from concept through execution

• -Managing administrative tasks such as CRM updates and event coordination

• -Attending networking events and industry functions to expand market presence

• -Developing strategic pricing strategies to support competitive bids

Minimum Qualifications:

• -5+ years of experience engaging with the Architecture & Design (A&D) community

• -Strong presentation and interpersonal skills

• -Ability to attend networking events (2-4 nights/week)

• -Experience in collaborative selling and managing complex projects

• -Proficiency in pricing strategies and basic administrative tasks

• -Must be based in or willing to relocate to Atlanta

Desired Skills and Experience:

• -Experience in the furniture industry

• -Ability to connect with emerging designers and influencers

• -Strong existing network within the A&D community

• -Experience working with dealer partners and showroom engagement

• -Strong presentation and networking skills

• -Comfort with long sales cycles and team-based selling

Doing better for people and planet

Steelcase is a global design and thought leader in the world of work. Along with our expansive community of brands, we design and manufacture innovative furnishings and solutions to help people do their best work in the many places where work happens.

Why People Choose to Work with Us At Steelcase, we put people at the center of everything we do. We understand the role of work and believe that it can bring meaning and purpose to the lives of our customers and our employees. We prioritize supporting our employees both in and out of work, in all aspects of their lives. When we bring our talents together, we make a positive lasting impact through our work and communities.

Steelcase provides employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or veteran status and bases all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. If we can make the application process easier through accommodation, please email us at myhr@steelcase.com.