Kitchen Sales Designer - Howdens Joinery : Job Details

Role Summary & Purpose

To sell, plan and design the full range of Howdens Joinery products, using computer aided design (CAD). To keep in mind the safety and practicality, with the objective of achieving and exceeding depot and company sales and growth targets.

Travel to the customer premises is integral to this role; as you will be expected to carry out an onsite survey.

The post holder must have access to their own vehicle and also be able to meet the travel requirements according to the demands of the post. 

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Sales

• To provide the customer with enough choice, advice and aftersales to leave a lasting impression of the Depot

• To achieve and exceed individual and Depot targets

• To negotiate prices ensuring you are maintaining growth on your margin

• Manage and maintain your own lead bank, keeping it updated and staying in contact with the customer

• To provide potential and existing customers with the highest level of service

• To assist with any other reasonable request in order to fulfil the requirements of the business and smooth operation of the depot Design

• To plan and design inspirational kitchens using the Company’s range of products

• You will be required to visit sites to measure and evaluate the customer’s needs

• To effectively communicate with builders and the end user, amending plans as required

• An essential part of this role is using your product knowledge confidently, to ensure that you deal with customer enquiries before, during and after sales

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Regulations whilst in the depot and while on site visits This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, but outlines the main points of the role. Key Performance Indicators

• Positive customer feedback and progress through 1-2-1 reviews

• Sales revenue generated from kitchen plans

• Targets met or exceeded

Key Challenges

• Build and maintain relationships with customers and fellow team members, while working towards your individual targets

• Constantly reviewing the new products and staying commercially aware demonstrating credible product knowledge

• Manage your lead bank to reach its full potential, providing excellent customer service and staying in contact with the customer during the process

• Effectively influencing the customer and making persuasive recommendations on how to proceed with their kitchen design needs and closing the sale

• Maintaining a high calibre of work at all times, whilst staying organised and motivated in a positive manner. About You:

• Excellent customer service skills • Proven experience in sales and exceeding targets • You will have strong creativity skills

• You must hold a full valid UK driving licence and have access to your own vehicle for business use • Excellent planning and organising skills with high levels of accuracy

• Previous design (CAD) experience is preferred but not essential