Join Howdens where our trade depots are recruiting Kitchen Sales Designers who thrive in a fast‑paced sales environment. We’re looking for commercially minded individuals who can build strong relationships, influence buying decisions and exceed sales targets.
We can offer you a successful career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, and you don’t need prior design experience. We’ll provide comprehensive design and sales training to create exceptional kitchens for our trade customers and their clients.
What we can offer you:
* Competitive salary, bonuses and outstanding depot incentives
* Full CAD, product and sales training via our Ready to Trade Programme
* Competitive pension plan up to 12% company contribution
* Up to 32 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays), rising with service
* Generous staff discount on Howdens products
* Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
* 40‑hour working week with every other Saturday morning shift
* No Sunday or bank holiday working
* Career progression opportunities into sales management roles
* Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family
What we are looking for:
* Results‑driven with experience of reaching sales targets and KPI
* Ability to build trusted relationships with our trade customers and their clients
* Excellent communication skills, able to convey ideas clearly and effectively
* Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle for home visits
* Strong attention to detail and an eye for design
* CAD skills are preferred, but not essential as you will receive training
What you will be doing:
* Drive sales performance and profit by achieving depot targets
* Build strong customer relationships through professional design support
* Deliver exceptional customer service throughout the project
* Conduct home visits to measure, assess and understand client needs
* Negotiate prices confidently while protecting margin and design integrity
* Plan and create inspirational and practical designs, utilising product knowledge to advise customers and resolve queries throughout the process
About Us:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery and hardware. We have over 950 depots throughout the UK and Europe, serving more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious growth plan, we continue to build on £2.4 billion turnover.
How to apply:
If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as a Kitchen Sales Designer, we’re keen to hear from you.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being worthwhile for all concerned. We work hard to ensure an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Please let us know if you need adjustments to our recruitment process.
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