Wickes is recruiting a Kitchen and Bathroom Design/Sales Consultant for its Sunderland store. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with sales experience who enjoys building customer relationships, developing creative design solutions and helping people transform their homes.
Job Title: Kitchen & Bathroom Design/Sales Consultant
Employer: Wickes
Location: Sunderland, Tyne & Wear (SR4)
Salary: Competitive salary, with average on-target earnings of £60,000
Job Type: Full-Time
Commission: Uncapped commission, with guaranteed commission during training
Work Location: Store-based, with customer visits at home and virtual consultations
About The Role
You will guide customers through the process of designing and purchasing kitchens and bathrooms, from the first showroom conversation to the final stages of their buying journey.
Using Wickes’ 3D Cloud design tools, you will help customers explore ideas, develop designs and find solutions that suit their needs and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
- Convert customer enquiries into sales by recommending suitable products and design solutions.
- Generate leads and follow up with prospective customers.
- Build strong relationships with customers in-store, online and during home visits.
- Create, present and refine kitchen and bathroom designs using 3D design software.
- Guide customers through the complete sales journey.
- Maintain showroom displays and presentation standards.
- Work towards sales targets while providing excellent customer service.
- Follow company policies covering finance, GDPR, health and safety and other regulatory requirements.
Skills And Requirements
- Previous sales experience, including the ability to understand customer needs and close sales.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Motivation to achieve targets and earn commission.
- A customer-focused and professional approach.
- Good organisation, initiative and attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn about products and design software.
- Previous design experience is helpful but not essential.
- A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for customer home visits.
Salary And Benefits
- Competitive salary with average on-target earnings of £60,000.
- Uncapped commission.
- Guaranteed commission during the training period.
- Comprehensive eight-week training programme.
- Dedicated mentor support for the first nine months.
- Company laptop and access to 3D Cloud design tools.
- Opportunity to qualify for the High Performance club.
- Flexible working options.
- Up to 35 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.
- Pension contributions of up to 10%, depending on length of service.
- 20% colleague discount.
- Save-as-you-earn scheme and cashback health schemes.
- Discounts on retailers, gyms and other services.
About Wickes
Wickes helps customers find the products, advice and solutions they need to improve their homes. The company offers training and development opportunities and is committed to an inclusive workplace.
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