Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer

Howdens Stockport, England, United Kingdom

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At Howdens, we take immense pride in being recognised as a leading employer of apprentices. Our commitment to nurturing talent and creating long-term career opportunities is evident through our placement in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers table in both 2022 and 2023.

The Opportunity : Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer

As an integral part of our workforce, we are seeking talented individuals to join our award-winning apprenticeship scheme and help drive our business forward. The Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer role offers a unique opportunity to receive comprehensive on-the-job training and expert support from a leading training provider while pursuing a Level 3 Fitted Furniture Design Technician Apprenticeship. The program typically spans 12 to 15 months.

Responsibilities

As an Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer you will learn to turn our builders and their clients dream kitchens into a reality. By visiting their home you will listen to their ideas, evaluate their needs and offer your expert advice, then plan, design and sell inspirational kitchens that matches their requirements and exceeds expectations. Your key responsibilities will include :

• Planning, designing and selling inspirational kitchens using the Company’s range of products with the highest level of customer service
• Developing long term collaborative business relationships with customers from the building trade and their clients.
• Visit sites including people’s homes to measure and evaluate the customer’s needs.
• Utilising Howdens unique 'My Kitchen' service which offers the ability to create and view high quality images.
• Correctly processing estimates, pricing, delivery dates and stock requirements for your customer.

You will be required to use your own vehicle during business hours, and travel expenses will be reimbursed accordingly.

Requirements

Our Kitchen Sales Designers come from a variety of backgrounds; however they all share a passion for sales and providing great customer service. Using your natural sales skills and creative flair, you will learn to achieve and exceed your sales targets every month. We are looking for people with the following qualities who want to learn new skills in a sales environment :

Please note - if you have considerable experience in a similar role, you may not be suitable for an apprenticeship. If you already have experience and are looking for a full time role please visit careers.howdens.com to see our non-apprenticeship opportunities.

The Apprenticeship

Rewards And Benefits

We believe in recognising and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our team members. In return for your commitment, you will receive :

About Us

Howdens Joinery is the UK's premier trade kitchen supplier, offering a vast range of products in kitchens, joinery, and hardware. With over 800 depots across the UK and Europe, we have earned the trust of more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Our ambitious growth agenda and entrepreneurial ethos make us an exciting place to build a career. Our dedication to our people has earned us recognition as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email apprenticeships@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Wholesale Building Materials, Retail, and Design Services

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