Kitchen Sales Designer

Howden Joinery Ltd; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Sales Designer to turn trade customers' visions into reality. You will design inspirational kitchens based on customer needs while negotiating effectively with clients. No prior experience in the industry is required as training will be provided. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic and skilled in delivering excellent customer experiences. This role offers a competitive salary, monthly bonuses, and various employee benefits, including a pension plan and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Monthly depot bonus OTE

Competitive Pension Plan with maximum company contribution of 12%

Team incentives and outings

24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years

Staff discount on products

Buy as you earn share scheme

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and energetic approach to customer interactions.
• Ability to design inspirational kitchens based on customer visions.
• Full UK Driving licence and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support Trade customers by designing dream kitchens.
• Listen to and understand customer needs through home meetings.
• Promote and protect the integrity and value of designs and products.

Skills

Customer service

Thrives in fast‑paced environments

An eye for design

Previous sales experience

Prioritisation and organisation skills

Curious learner

Results driven

Job description

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. 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.

• Customer service
• Thrives in fast‑paced environments
• An eye for design
• Previous sales experience
• Prioritisation and organisation skills
• Curious learner
• Results driven
• Full UK Driving licence
• Access to your own vehicle
• Previous design (CAD) experience is preferred, but not essential
• Competitive salary
• Monthly depot bonus OTE
• Competitive Pension Plan with a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• 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.