A&D Sales Manager f/m/d

Vitra; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and furniture company is seeking an A&D Sales Manager in the UK to engage with architects and design firms. Responsibilities include building relationships, promoting innovative products, and achieving sales targets within the architectural community. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of sales experience and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in sales within the architectural, design, or furniture industry.
• Fluent in English and legally authorized to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with architects, interior designers, and design firms.
• Achieve sales targets and contribute to brand growth.
• Present and promote product portfolio, ensuring client needs are met.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Sales experience in the architectural or design industry

Job description

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Our common goal

We are seeking 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.