Trainee Kitchen Sales Designer

As a Trainee Kitchen Sales Designer, you will be responsible for planning, designing, and selling inspirational kitchens using Howdens Joinery's range of products. With the aid of computer-aided design (CAD), you will focus on safety, practicality, and customer satisfaction to achieve and exceed depot and company sales and growth targets.
Key Responsibilities
Design and sell inspirational kitchens using Howdens’ range of products, ensuring the highest levels of customer service.
Build and maintain long-term collaborative business relationships with trade customers and their clients.
Utilise Howdens’ unique 'My Kitchen' service to create and showcase high-quality kitchen designs.
Conduct site visits to measure spaces and assess customer needs.
Process estimates, pricing, delivery dates, and stock requirements accurately for customers.
Use your own vehicle for site visits during business hours (mileage expenses reimbursed).
Skills and Experience
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
Strong creativity and planning skills to design practical and inspirational kitchens.
Previous experience in design (CAD) and/or sales is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided.
A proven ability to achieve and exceed sales targets.
A full UK driving licence is required.
Desire for continuous personal and professional development.
Benefits
In recognition of your dedication and hard work, we offer:
Competitive salary
Monthly depot performance bonus
Matched contribution pension scheme
Team incentives and outings
24 days of holiday
Staff discount on Howdens products
How to apply:
When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.
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 recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named 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 recruitment@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.