GRANITI VICENTIA GROUP · 1 day ago
Business Development Associate
South Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expGraniti Vicentia Group is a premier provider of 360 O service to the Hotel and Casino Hospitality, Multi Family, Healthcare, Retail, and Restaurant & Bar markets. They are seeking a Business Development Associate to focus on relationship building, expert product guidance, and supporting a growing hospitality and commercial project pipeline.
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Responsibilities
Represent Graniti Vicentia across the Dallas hospitality and commercial design markets
Support local business development initiatives and contribute to achieving sales targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts through regular engagement
Maintain and update client libraries with new product collections
Develop deep product knowledge to recommend appropriate solutions for each project
Communicate product features and benefits clearly and confidently
Serve as the primary point of contact for client inquiries, ensuring timely follow-up
Collaborate weekly with the National Sales Manager to execute local sales strategies
Partner cross-functionally with design, sales, and marketing teams to ensure client satisfaction
Promote Graniti Vicentia at trade shows and industry events
Maintain a personal trunk or at-home sample library to support client meetings
Equip clients with tools and resources to support informed decision-making
Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records, including activity logs and project notes
Track and manage T&E expenses responsibly on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis
Use CRM systems to monitor project pipelines and track progress
Partner with Project Coordinators to support project conversions and timelines
Identify projects requiring custom solutions and engage appropriate internal experts
Assist with pricing coordination and gathering project details
Collaborate with other sales representatives to manage shared stakeholders, including procurement firms, hotel groups, and designers
Monitor project milestones, including specifications, model rooms, installations, and estimates
Participate in regular project check-ins to ensure alignment and momentum
Follow up on project inquiries, sample requests, and orders to maintain continuity
Qualification
Required
Based in Dallas, Texas, with strong knowledge of the local hospitality and commercial design market
10+ years of experience in sales or business development
Proven ability to build long-term, trusted client relationships
Experience managing long-lead, specification-driven projects
Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
Proficient with CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Comfortable using technology to stay organized and efficient
Ability to work from a home office and remain connected while on the go
Willingness to travel occasionally for trade shows, headquarters events, and key brand moments
Reliable transportation with sufficient space to carry samples and sales materials
Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
Responsive, detail-oriented, and focused on the client experience
Positive, energetic, and solutions-oriented attitude
Collaborative team player who values communication and shared success
Confident and professional communicator, both verbally and in writing
This role requires the ability to regularly transport and handle product samples and sales materials. This includes lifting, carrying, and loading sample cases weighing up to 40 pounds independently. Additional physical requirements include frequent local travel by car within the Dallas area and extended periods of standing or walking during client meetings, presentations, and trade shows
Preferred
Background in interior design, commercial furnishings, or hospitality preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience and demonstrated success will be considered
Company
GRANITI VICENTIA GROUP
Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Graniti Vicentia is one of the largest importers and distributors of Porcelain Tile.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Willis
Chief Operating Officer
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