Business Development Manager Architectural Lighting

Location: Pune & Bengaluru

Company: Radical Illumination

Experience Required: 5+ years

Industry: Architectural Lighting / Interior Design / High-end Building Materials

Education: Minimum Graduation (Design background preferred)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Business Development Manager who can drive growth in Pune and Bengaluru by building and leading regional sales teams, nurturing strong relationships with Class A and Class B architects, and deeply understanding the design intent behind architectural spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and manage a high-performance sales team in the region.

• Develop and nurture strong relationships with leading architects and interior designers.

• Understand lighting concepts, effects, and design philosophy to communicate with clients effectively.

• Identify new business opportunities and penetrate deeper into the regional market.

• Represent Radical Illumination in design discussions, presentations, and concept meetings.

• Collaborate closely with internal design, supply, and audit teams to deliver seamless project execution.

• Be willing to travel across the state and occasionally to other cities for client meetings and presentations.

• Contribute to establishing Radicals brand presence without relying on traditional marketing.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in architectural lighting, high-end building materials, or interior design business development.

• Proven experience in setting up and managing sales teams.

• Existing relationships with leading architects and designers in Pune/Bengaluru.

• Exposure to international lighting brands is a plus, but not mandatory.

• Strong interest or background in design thinking, preferably with an understanding of asymmetry, contrast, and architectural harmony.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with long-term vision to grow with the company.

Why Join Radical Illumination?

• Opportunity to work with India’s top architects and on prestigious projects.

• Be part of a fast-growing, design-led organization disrupting the lighting space.

• Work in a highly structured, process-oriented environment with clearly defined roles.

• No aggressive sales culture – our philosophy is “design-first, sales-follows.”

• Be at the forefront of lighting innovation with exclusive products and international collaborations.Role & responsibilities