Sales Kitchen Planner - Bristol"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."Employment Type: Full Time, PermanentDepartment: Kitchen & DiningNumber of Positions: 3IKEA Bristol are looking to welcome a Sales Kitchen Planners to the team. A kitchen planner at IKEA is like a design wizard, turning customer dreams into reality by crafting stylish, functional kitchens with a sprinkle of creativity, a dash of product expertise.WHAT WE OFFER • The Start Date of employment will be • The starting salary for this role is £27,541.00 per annum, based on competence and experience. • 39 Hours working 5 days per week including a variety of shifts, covering days, evenings and alternate weekends. Tuesday and Wednesday Evening availability required until 9.30pm.• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. • Enhanced Parental Leave• Wellbeing Centre – Mental, Physical health and nutrition resources..as well as so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/ WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE • Experience in kitchen planning is advantageous and you will be confident in conducting sales discussions with ease. • Experience of working in a customer and commercial-oriented business, with an interest in people’s everyday life at home within their kitchen.• Confidence to take personal initiatives and be open to change, with the ability to both find solutions to complex problems and be able to communicate to the customer. • Confident in using computer software. • Engaging communicator with a friendly, outgoing personality and a solid background in customer‑facing retail rolesWHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON THE DAY TO DAY• You actively engage with our customers to identify their needs and how to inspire and advise them on the best solutions for their life at home through home furnishings.• Confidently engage with the customer to complete their journey from planning to selling. • Support maximising sales by being proud of your areas of responsibility, ensuring the customer meets an area that is clean, well presented and easy to shop.• Kitchen Planning & Designing for up to 2 hours with an additional 30-60 minutes to provide accurate plans, worktop and installation quotations for the customer.• Support the customers needs from planning, selling and aftersales, securing payments both in store and remotely.WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV and a cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be invited to face to face interview in store.We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email lisa.cathcart@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!