Kitchen Sales Designer
5 months ago
To sell, plan and design the full range of Howdens Joinery products, using computer aided design (CAD). To keep in mind the safety and practicality, with the objective of achieving and exceeding depot and company sales and growth targets.
Travel to the customer premises is integral to this role; as you will be expected to carry out an onsite survey. The post holder must have access to their own vehicle and also be able to meet the travel requirements according to the demands of the post.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Sales
- To provide the customer with enough choice, advice and aftersales to leave a lasting impression of the Depot
- To achieve and exceed individual and Depot targets
- To negotiate prices ensuring you are maintaining growth on your margin
- Manage and maintain your own lead bank, keeping it updated and staying in contact with the customer
- To provide potential and existing customers with the highest level of service
- To assist with any other reasonable request in order to fulfil the requirements of the business and smooth operation of the depot,
Design
- To plan and design inspirational kitchens using the Company’s range of products
- You will be required to visit sites to measure and evaluate the customer’s needs
- To effectively communicate with builders and the end user, amending plans as required
- An essential part of this role is using your product knowledge confidently, to ensure that you deal with customer enquiries before, during and after sales
As a Kitchen Sales Designer, you will support our Trade customers, by turning their clients’ dream kitchens into a reality. Meeting end users in their homes you will listen to their vision, seek to clearly understand their needs, and offer your expert advice. You will then plan and design inspirational kitchens that exceed their expectations for both design and utility. You will have the confidence to negotiate with our Trade customers, whilst promoting and protecting the integrity and value of the design and the quality of our products.
**Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Kitchen Sales Designer**:
- Customer service
- Thrives in fast-paced environments
- An eye for design
- Sales-focused
- Prioritisation and organisation skills
- Curious learner
- Results driven
- Full UK Driving license
- Access to your own vehicle
- Previous design (CAD) and/or sales experience is preferred, but not essential
It doesn’t matter if you haven't worked in this industry or as a Kitchen Sales Designer before, as we will offer you face-to-face and online training via our own Howdens Academy, which will cover everything from kitchen measuring & compliance, inspirational design, technical product knowledge, and sales skills. We’re looking for people who are enthusiastic and energetic with a passion to deliver excellent customer experiences that lead to sales.
**What you get from us as a Kitchen Sales Designer**:
- Competitive salary
- Monthly depot bonus OTE
- Matched contribution pension scheme
- Team incentives and outings
- 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
- Staff discount on Howdens products
- Buy as you earn share scheme
**About Howdens**:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe - making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the **10 Best Big Companies to Work For**.
**How to apply**:
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