Kitchen Sales Designer

TieTalent; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading kitchen supplier as a Kitchen Sales Designer, where you'll transform customer visions into stunning kitchen designs. You'll support Trade customers, offering expert advice, all while benefiting from competitive compensation, extensive training, and growth opportunities within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus monthly depot bonus

Up to 12% company contribution to pension plan

24 days holiday, increasing to 26 after 5 years

Staff discount on Howdens products

Team incentives and outings

Buy as you earn share scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and sales is essential.
• A valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle required.
• Previous design experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and plan kitchens based on customer input.
• Negotiate with Trade customers while promoting product value.
• Provide expert advice and support throughout the kitchen design process.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Design skills

Organisational skills

Results-driven

Tools

CAD

Job description

As a Kitchen Sales Designer, you will support our Trade customers by turning their clients' dream kitchens into reality. Meeting end users in their homes, you will listen to their vision, understand their needs, and offer expert advice. You will then plan and design inspirational kitchens that exceed expectations for both design and utility. You will have the confidence to negotiate with Trade customers while promoting the integrity and value of our products.

Skills and attributes needed to succeed as a Kitchen Sales Designer include:

1. Customer service
2. Thrives in fast-paced environments
3. An eye for design
4. Previous sales experience
5. Prioritisation and organisation skills
6. Curious learner
7. Results-driven
8. Full UK Driving license
9. Access to your own vehicle
10. Previous design (CAD) experience is preferred but not essential

Industry experience is not necessary, as we offer comprehensive face-to-face and online training via our Howdens Academy, covering kitchen measuring, compliance, inspirational design, technical product knowledge, and sales skills. We seek enthusiastic, energetic individuals passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences that lead to sales.

What you get as a Kitchen Sales Designer includes:

• Competitive salary plus monthly depot bonus and OTE
• Competitive pension plan with up to 12% company contribution
• Team incentives and outings
• 24 days holiday, increasing 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 leading trade kitchen supplier, offering thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. With over 900 depots across the UK and Europe, we serve more than 460,000 trade professionals. Last year, our sales reached approximately £2.3 billion, and we have an ambitious growth plan.

We foster an entrepreneurial ethos and offer opportunities to develop within a fast-paced, commercial environment. Our competitive salary, development opportunities, and rewards contribute to a positive working environment, making us one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

Attach a CV when applying. If this is your first application with us, activate your account during the process. Check your email carefully to complete this step, as we cannot view applications without activation. Good luck!

Howdens is committed to being an inclusive, worthwhile environment for all. We support applicants with adjustments during recruitment; please email (url removed) with the job title and location for assistance.

Please note: Candidates must have a valid right to work in the UK. We do not currently offer sponsorship for depot positions. Thank you for your understanding.