Business Manager - Furniture Solutions

Job Location : Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Final date to receive applications : February 13, 2026

Reporting directly to the local South African Director - Furniture Solutions, you will.

• Client Engagement
  • Serve as primary liaison between design teams and clients throughout project lifecycle.
  • Balance client requirements across functionality, budget, ergonomics, and aesthetics while maintaining profitable margins.
  • Leverage enthusiasm and expertise to drive customer acquisition and retention.
  • Ability to build, nurture and maintain strong relationships.
• Technical Expertise
  • Maintain comprehensive furniture product knowledge across diverse project types.
  • Knowledge of comprehensive end-to-end circular services relating to furniture assets – including, but not limited to - Digital Product Passports;
    Product and component tracking;
    Inventory management;
    Furniture assessment;
    Re-use and refurbish processes;
    Disposal and distribution;
    Responsible Recycling;
    Industry accreditations and standards.
  • Collaborate with architects and designers to create opportunities, and prepare suitable furniture proposals that meets clients requirements.
  • Stay current with industry developments, sustainability trends, and circular economy practices.
  • Apply technical insights to provide creative solutions aligned with overall interior design concepts.
  • Broad knowledge of global brands, manufacturers and their product portfolio’s.
• Project Management
  • Manage complete project lifecycle from initial consultation through implementation.
  • Coordinate client and supplier relationships, administration, and delivery.
  • Ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

• Ensure seamless project execution and client satisfaction.

• Minimum 5 years relevant furniture industry ‘Dealer’ experience.
• Proven team experience in furniture supply/design.
• Strong business acumen with demonstrated customer satisfaction results.

• Deep understanding of furniture design principles and ability to read technical layouts and shop-drawings.
• Knowledge of local workplace regulations.
• Familiarity with sustainability and circularity best-practice processes, applications and materials.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with Salesforce, Navision, preferred.
• Fluency in English (written and verbal).
• Valid South African driving license.

• Team spirit and empathy in managing diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Strong organizational skills for complex project coordination.
• Dynamism and energy to drive commercial business growth.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing client needs and market conditions.
• Dynamic problem-solving abilities.