B2B Sales & Distribution Manager

About this opportunity

B2B & Distribution Lead Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Coverage: GCC Region Employment Type: Full-Time About the Company Our client is a multidisciplinary design-led group operating across architecture, industrial design, graphic design, production, logistics, retail, and cultural projects. With a growing footprint across the UAE and GCC, the business collaborates with leading design brands, cultural institutions, architects, developers, and hospitality partners. As part of its continued growth, the group is seeking a B2B & Distribution Lead to establish and develop its commercial partnerships and distribution network across the GCC. The Opportunity This is a newly created position offering a unique opportunity to build a commercial function from the ground up. The successful candidate will initially operate as an individual contributor, taking ownership of business development, strategic partnerships, and market expansion activities. As the business grows, there is a clear opportunity to build and lead a team around the function. This role would suit a commercially driven professional with an established network across the architecture, interiors, furniture, hospitality, and design sectors. Key Responsibilities Business Development Develop and execute the GCC B2B growth strategy Generate new business opportunities across key target markets Identify and secure strategic commercial partnerships Expand distribution channels and revenue streams Drive business growth through consultative selling and relationship management Relationship Management Build and maintain relationships with: Architects Interior Designers Design Consultancies Hospitality Groups Museums and Cultural Institutions Concept Stores Real Estate Developers Premium Design Brands Market Development Conduct market mapping and competitor analysis Develop a robust sales pipeline and partnership network Identify new commercial opportunities across the GCC Represent the business at industry events, exhibitions, and networking forums Provide market intelligence and strategic growth recommendations Commercial Strategy Support leadership in shaping long-term growth initiatives Monitor sales performance and commercial KPIs Deliver regular reporting and forecasts Contribute to the development of new go-to-market strategies Requirements Minimum 5 years' experience in business development, commercial, partnerships, or distribution roles Experience within one or more of the following sectors: Furniture Interior Design Architecture Lighting Design Products Luxury Interiors Workplace Solutions Strong network within the GCC market Demonstrated success developing strategic partnerships and generating new business Experience working with architects, designers, developers, consultants, or hospitality groups Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and presentation skills Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously Willingness to travel across the GCC as required Preferred Experience Exposure to premium or luxury brands Experience managing distribution partnerships Understanding of specification sales and project-based sales environments Experience launching new markets, products, or commercial functions What We're Looking For Entrepreneurial mindset Strong commercial acumen Relationship-driven approach Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable operating within a growing and evolving business Passion for design, architecture, culture, and premium customer experiences Why Apply? Opportunity to build a new commercial function from the ground up Significant autonomy and visibility with senior leadership Work across a diverse portfolio spanning design, architecture, retail, and cultural sectors Engage with some of the region's leading architects, designers, developers, and hospitality groups Long-term opportunity to build and lead a team as the function expands Preferred Experience Exposure to premium or luxury brands Experience managing distribution partnerships Understanding of specification sales and project-based sales environments Experience launching new markets, products, or commercial functions What We're Looking For Entrepreneurial mindset Strong commercial acumen Relationship-driven approach Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Comfortable operating within a growing and evolving business Passion for design, architecture, culture, and premium customer experiences Why Apply? Opportunity to build a new commercial function from the ground up Significant autonomy and visibility with senior leadership Work across a diverse portfolio spanning design, architecture, retail, and cultural sectors Engage with some of the region's leading architects, designers, developers, and hospitality groups Long-term opportunity to build and lead a team as the function expands