Hali Rugs is looking for a proven and experiencedA&D; Business Development Managerto drive growth across Melbourne's high-end residential architecture and interior design sector.
This is a senior, hands-on role for someone who thrives on building relationships, getting in front of designers and turning opportunities into projects.
You'll spend your time meeting with leading architecture and interior design studios, presenting our collections, developing new relationships and strengthening existing partnerships.
You'll play a key role in positioning Hali Rugs as a preferred rug supplier within Melbourne's leading design studios, while working closely with our showroom teams to turn specifications and relationships into completed projects.
Key Responsibilities
Build and grow relationships with leading architecture and interior design practices
Identify, prospect and onboard new A&D; partners across Melbourne
Conduct regular in-studio presentations, product education sessions and collection updates
Maintain a strong on-road presence with a busy schedule of studio appointments
Build relationships with designers, principals and key decision-makers
Follow up opportunities and turn specifications into sales
Work closely with showroom teams to support projects from specification through to completion
Represent Hali Rugs at industry events, launches and design forums
Maintain accurate activity, opportunity and pipeline records
Contribute to the strategic growth of Hali Rugs' A&D; channel across Victoria
About You
We're looking for someone who is confident, commercially driven and genuinely enjoys being in front of people.
You'll ideally have:




Proven experience in an A&D; Business Development, Sales or Account Management role
Existing relationships within the architecture and interior design community
Experience across interiors, furniture, flooring, building products, finishes or another design-led industry
Solid presentation and communication skills
Confidence engaging with senior designers, principals and decision-makers
A proactive approach to prospecting and relationship building
Excellent organisation and follow-through
The ability to work autonomously while being a strong team player
Experience representing a premium or design-led brand
A valid driver's licence
What's On Offer
$150K+ Year 1 OTE
Uncapped commission with significant earning potential
A genuine pathway toHead of A&D; (VIC) within 1–2 years
Autonomy and trust in a senior role
The opportunity to represent a premium, design-focused Australian brand
Join a close-knit team where your ideas, relationships and results genuinely matter
A supportive, values-led family business with a strong reputation in the design industry
About Hali Rugs
Hali Rugs is a proudly Australian, family-owned business specialising in premium handmade rugs.
With showrooms across Australia and a strong reputation within the architecture and design community, we work with leading designers, architects and clients to deliver rugs that bring texture, colour and character to exceptional spaces.
This is an opportunity to join a growing business where relationships matter, initiative is valued and the person in this role can make a genuine impact.
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📌 A&D Business Development Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Hali Rugs
📍 Melbourne