A&D Sales Manager f/m/d

Vitra International AG; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned furniture design company is seeking an A&D (Architects & Design) Sales Manager in London. This role involves building relationships in the architectural community, promoting premium furniture, and driving market growth. Ideal candidates will have strong communication, negotiation skills, and a background in sales within the design industry. The position offers a competitive salary, professional development, and a welcoming team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Healthcare benefits

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounts on products

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in sales within the architectural, design, or furniture industry.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with architects and interior designers.
• Promote Vitra's products and generate new business opportunities.
• Provide technical support and product knowledge during consultations.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Understanding of design trends

Technical specifications knowledge

Fluency in English

Job description

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A family business for the past 90 years, the Swiss company Vitra collaborates with leading designers to develop innovative products and concepts for contemporary home and office environments. Joining a portfolio of furniture classics by Jean Prouvé, Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Verner Panton, these products are used worldwide by architects, companies, the public sector and private individuals to build inspirational spaces for living and working.

Country/Region: GB

City: London

Work-Type: Hybrid

Level of Employment: 80-100%

Duration: permanent

Required Travel: 0-25%

You are looking for an A&D (Architects & Design) Sales Manager with a strong ability to build and nurture relationships within the architectural and design community. This role focuses on promoting Vitra’s premium furniture and design solutions, driving market growth, and delivering exceptional service to architects, interior designers, and design firms across the UK.

The A&D Sales Manager will actively engage with clients through presentations, consultations, and networking events, ensuring Vitra’s innovative products are positioned as the preferred choice for design projects.

What you can expect

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, interior designers, and design firms.
• Present and promote Vitra’s product portfolio, emphasizing design innovation and quality.
• Generate new business opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and participation in industry events.
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions aligned with their design vision.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Keep CRM system updated with accurate client and project information.
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to Vitra’s brand growth within the A&D community.
• Provide technical support and product knowledge during presentations and project consultations.

How you can convince

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in sales within the architectural, design, or furniture industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong understanding of design trends, materials, and technical specifications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Fluent in English and legally authorized to work in the UK.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Be part of a globally renowned brand recognized for innovative design.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Pension scheme, healthcare benefits, cycle-to-work scheme, and season ticket loan.

Vitra is committed to equal opportunity employment and ensures that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on account of gender, colour, marital status, nationality, religion, political belief, disability, sexual orientation, race, age, or ethnic origin.

Enjoy working at Vitra

• We offer a dynamic, creative, and innovative environment and pursue a sustainable corporate strategy
• Office design is our specialty - our work environment offers space for creativity including areas for focus time
• Welcome to Vitra - our orientation and welcome program
• "How to work better" - our concept for the hybrid working world - enables mobile working in different facets
• We promote lifelong learning through our internal academy and target group-oriented talent management programs
• Benefit from attractive discounts on products from Vitra and Artek

Do you still have doubts?

You do not bring all the qualifications listed?

Don\'t be discouraged: We are convinced that with an eager-to-learn, open-minded attitude, mountains can be moved.

So, apply anyway and show us why you are the right person for this position.

We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and living diversity. Your personality and expertise are the only factors that determine your suitability.

Please note that we cannot accept applications via E-mail but kindly ask you to send it via our job portal. If you have any questions, Bastian Brokatzky, [e-mail], will be happy to support.