Candidate profile (text) - Default language IKEA Greewich are looking to welcome Kitchen Sales Specialists.
As a Kitchen Sales Specialist at IKEA, you’ll bring dream spaces to life, guiding customers through stylish and functional designs with your expert touch. From consultation to planning, you’ll help customers navigate layouts, materials, and solutions to create their ideal kitchen. Are you passionate about interior design and love bringing creative visions to life? We are looking for a talented individual to help customers design their dream kitchens. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy working with innovative planning tools, we want to hear from you!
WHAT WE OFFER
- The Start Date of employment will be October 2026.
- A 39 hours per week Full-time contract working day shift, inclusive of some evening and weekends shifts. You will be required to work 5 days per week.
- The starting salary for this role is £30,290 per annum, based on competence and experience.
- We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.
- 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
- Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
- iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
- Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.
..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE
- Experience in kitchen planning is advantageous, although not required, and you will be able to conduct sales discussions with ease.
- Experience of working in a customer and commercial-oriented business, with an interest in people’s everyday life at home within their kitchen.
- Confidence to take personal initiatives and be open to change, with the ability to both find solutions to complex problems and be able to communicate to the customer.
- Confident in using computer software.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON THE DAY TO DAY
- You actively engage with our customers to identify their needs and how to inspire and advise them on the best solutions for their life at home through home furnishings.
- Support maximising sales by being proud of your areas of responsibility, ensuring the customer meets an area that is clean, well presented and easy to shop.
- Kitchen Planning & Designing for up to 2 hours with an additional 30-60 minutes to provide accurate plans, worktop and installation quotations for the customer.
- Support with responding to the customer emails, securing payments both in store and remotely.
- Working to KPIs to provide service delivery agreement for customers.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.
Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
- Please attach an updated CV and a cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete an on-demand video interview.
- Candidates successful to this stage will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview, which may include a task to complete and present at your interview.
Each successful co-worker will follow a structured training plan, including a period of Kitchen School training prior to fully starting in the role. This ensures you are fully upskilled and are competent in your new role.
We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
For any advice or support, email
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