Gunroom Sales Executive

Richemont; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury retail company located in Reading is seeking a passionate Gunroom Sales Executive to maximize sales of Purdey products. The role involves promoting sales of guns, providing exceptional customer service, and acting as a brand ambassador. Ideal candidates will possess experience in gun sales and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction in a high-end environment.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, discreet, and trustworthy.
• Confident and articulate with attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player with a warm personality.

Responsibilities

• Grow sales by attracting new clients and developing existing customer base.
• Promote and sell new and second-hand guns and rifles.
• Provide advice on the repair, maintenance, and storage of guns.
• Act as an ambassador for Purdey at events.
• Ensure highest level of service to maintain company reputation.

Skills

Proven aptitude for gun sales

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

Understanding of financial figures

Experience with sporting guns and rifles

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and driven Gunroom Sales Executive to join Purdey. In this role, you will be responsible for maximising sales revenue for guns, rifles, and all Purdey products within the boutique, whilst providing outstanding customer service and representing the Purdey brand with pride.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT:

• To grow sales by attracting new clients and developing the existing customer base.

• To take any opportunity to promote sales of new and second-hand guns and rifles.

• To provide advice to customers on the repair, maintenance and storage of their guns.

• To promote and sell cartridges, ammunition and gun related shooting clothing and accessories

• Act as an ambassador for Purdey at private and public events

• Assist in the co-ordination of in-store promotional events

• Maintaining a strict security on all gun displays, storage and transfer of firearms and ammunition whilst complying with the Company and UK firearms legislation.

• To present the “face of Purdey”in a consistent manner and deliver the “Purdey Experience” to potential and existing Purdey clients.

• To ensure clients receive the highest level of service so that the Company’s reputation as one of the world’s leading gun makers is continually maintained.

HOW WILL YOU EXPERIENCE SUCCESS WITH US?

• Proven aptitude for gun sales and a passion for driving revenue growth.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to initiate contact and build rapport.

• Confident, articulate, and detail oriented.

• Diplomatic, courteous, and possess a "can-do" attitude.

• Self-motivated, discreet, confidential, and trustworthy.

• Collaborative and willing to contribute as a team player with a warm, friendly, and engaging personality.

• Exceptional customer service, presentation, and communication skills.

• Commercially focused with an understanding of financial figures and budgeting.

• Experience with sporting guns and rifles and a genuine interest in country pursuits.

WHAT MAKES OUR GROUP DIFFERENT?

Our true power does not lie in our similarities but in the rich diversity of our arts, cultures, and human skills, as well as our specific ability to foster untapped potential.

• We value freedom, collegiality, loyalty, and solidarity

• We foster empathy, curiosity, courage, humility, and integrity

• We care for the world we live in

YOUR JOURNEY WITH US:

We aim to provide a valuable recruitment process, allowing you to gain exposure to some key decision makers and influencing individuals:

• Initial screening call with Richemont Talent Team

• Interview with the Hiring Manager

• Interview with HR Director