Key Account Manager Lyon, France

About Modular Lighting Instruments

For more than 40 years, Modular Lighting Instruments has pushed the boundaries of architectural lighting. We wrote history with our bold designs and amazing campaigns. Being provocative made it possible for us to create icons in the lighting industry. Innovative problem solving allows us to write the future. By anticipating future trends and by developing and using the latest technology, we continue to be pioneers in architectural lighting. When you become a part of Modular, you become part of a family at the same time. Although our roots are in Belgium, we are a global player, which gives an international touch to the job.

As our new Key Account Manager, you are expected to think freely and thereby actively contribute to the development of our business so that we can continue to be at the forefront of architectural lighting.

Inspiring architects, interior designers, engineers, installers and our partners with the best architectural technical LED lighting in the world is what we do every day.

Our products are engineered and developed in Belgium on the foundation of quality and technical superiority. Together with our own and external designers, we add our visual signature that creates the unique and recognized Modular design.

We value reliability. Say what you do and do what you say is our motto. Any question or remark from our customers or partners is another opportunity to find the perfect solution. As much in product as in service.

At our Modular homebases all over the world, we have a unique atmosphere that thrives on creativity and change. Always with respect for each individual or group, giving chances to all.

This has built the unique brand communication and visual strength of Modular. We are lighting experts, we create lighting solutions and that's how we become the brand.

More about the role

This is an exciting job opportunity for you to light the way as a Key Account Manager at Modular Lighting, home-based in Lyon (France).

Working for Modular Lighting Instruments means being creative and adaptive. Our culture of continuous learning and commitment to diversity and inclusion creates an environment that allows you to build your skills and career. Together, we’re transforming our industry.

As the world leader in architectural lighting, we’re constantly ahead of the curve. Through our leadership in creative design and captivating brand exposure we appeal to our prescribing audience. This all with an eye for detail towards design, technology and with respect and knowledge of sustainability.

We’re on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dynamic person who has a love for design and an interest in technical aspects.

As a KAM, you’ll be responsible for attracting, captivating and maintaining our prescribing audience in the Ouest of France (Lyon/Auvergne/Rhône Alpes).

What you'll do:

You are the creative partner in lighting design for our clients. Assist, guide, and inspire architects and designers.
You visit and manage prescribers of our products: architects, interior architects, and partners.
You follow up your projects from advising on prescribing to delivery.
You are on top of the new trends and market developments and you’re in love with design.
You independently manage your network and work closely with the bigger team in Modular.

More about you

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior design/architecture, lighting design or account management.
At least 3 years of working experience in architectural lighting is required, with a preference for those with experience in selling design products.
Basic knowledge in architectural lighting with the ability to inspire as well as guide in technical topics of light.
Strong commercial and social skills with a wide network amongst architects and interior designers.
Previous experience in Project Management.
Excellent communication skills in English and Italian are required.
A structured mindset with good ability to work independently.
You are someone proactive who likes to connect with people.
Solutions-oriented mindset and strong communication skills.
You are home-based in the Milan area or nearby.

Why join us

Basic knowledge of architectural lighting with the ability to inspire as well as guide in technical topics.
You are a driven, independent, and commercially strong person.
People use: result-oriented with a positive attitude, problem solver and proactive to describe you.
Having an active network among specifiers and product or market knowledge is a plus.
You speak and write fluently in both French and English.

What we offer

A company with 45 years of experience in architectural lighting with a growth ambition within a unique atmosphere of creativity.
A no-nonsense mentality with quick decisions.
A training program within the company.
Showroom in Paris.
Remuneration according to your abilities and experience.

Everything we'll do for you

At Modular, we´re committed to inspiring architects, interior designers, engineers, installers and our partners with the best architectural technical LED lighting in the world.