Who You Are
- An experienced manager with a background in KBB retail, high-end interiors, or premium showroom leadership.
- Commercially sharp with a proven record of hitting KPIs, managing turnover, and driving team performance.
- A natural leader capable of inspiring, coaching, and holding a team accountable.
- Customer-obsessed, delivering a memorable and luxurious showroom experience.
- Solution-focused with strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Professional, confident, and able to guide clients and designers through high-value decisions.
- Flexible, with availability for weekend work as required.
- Ambitious, committed, and seeking a long-term career with genuine progression.
Who We Are
At Schmidt, we’re not just a kitchen brand — we’re Europe’s leading interior solutions company, combining craftsmanship, innovation, and a customer-first approach. Branch is operated by Design your lifestyle LTD which is Dealership of Schmidt.
- Family-owned with global reach and exceptional brand reputation.
- Offering the most customisable interiors collection in Europe — kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, and living spaces.
- One of the fastest-growing KBB businesses in the UK with major expansion plans.
- A culture built on professionalism, collaboration, and pride in premium design.
Why Join Schmidt?
- Competitive salary + performance-based bonus
- OTE £50K+ for top-performing managers
- Full training in CAD, VR, management systems, and Schmidt product ranges
- Exclusive incentives, recognition programmes, and ongoing professional development
- A stunning showroom environment backed by a supportive leadership team
- Employee discounts, pension scheme, on-site parking
Schmidt Kitchens & Home Living Spaces – Showroom Manager
Required Experience – An experienced manager with a background in KBB retail, high-end interiors, or premium showroom leadership. Minimum Experience – 2 Years
Required: Access to own car and must hold valid Drivers Licence.
Required: Must hold a Design Degree
Lead a high-performing design team and manage a flagship showroom for Europe’s leading interior solutions brand.
At Schmidt, we don’t simply design kitchens — we curate exceptional living spaces and deliver a premium customer experience from inspiration to installation. With the most customisable product range in the market, cutting-edge digital tools (including immersive VR), and a customer journey built on trust, we set the standard for high-end interiors across Europe.
We are now searching for a dynamic, commercially focused Showroom Manager to lead our UK showroom to new heights. This is a role for a natural leader who thrives on driving performance, developing people, and managing an exceptional retail environment with precision and pride.
Showroom Leadership & Commercial Performance
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Lead all daily showroom operations, ensuring a polished, premium environment that reflects the Schmidt brand.
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Own showroom KPIs including sales targets, conversion rates, margin, and customer satisfaction, ensuring consistent achievement.
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Proactively manage the showroom P&L and turnover, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and profitability.
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Implement "get it right first time" processes to reduce errors, increase efficiency, and protect margin.
Team Management & Development
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Manage, motivate, and support a team of Sales Designers to achieve individual and collective targets.
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Conduct regular performance reviews, coaching sessions, and skills development plans.
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Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service and premium design standards.
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Ensure designers follow the full Schmidt sales and design process, from first contact to project sign-off.
Customer Experience & Brand Excellence
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Maintain a showroom experience that inspires customers, drives engagement, and showcases our product range.
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Oversee customer journeys to ensure seamless handovers between design, project management, and installation.
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Resolve challenges swiftly, ensuring high customer satisfaction and retention.
Supplier & Partner Relationships
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Build strong relationships with suppliers, installers, and service partners to ensure reliable delivery and consistent quality.
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Oversee stock, sample displays, promotional materials, and showroom updates in line with brand guidelines.
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Work closely with the Schmidt UK support team to ensure operational excellence.
Operational Standards & Process Control
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Maintain accurate reporting, forecasting, and pipeline management.
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Lead showroom improvements, new displays, and layout updates with precision and planning.
Benefits:
- Pension scheme
- Employee discount
- Professional training & mentoring
- Performance incentives
- On-site parking
