JOB DESCRIPTION – RETAIL DESIGN CONSULTANT TRAINEE
The vacancy is intended as a route into a complex role of Retail Design Consultant and opportunity with the Jordon Group.
We are building a team for the future of the business and are prepared to support the right candidate, to grow into a role that is well rewarded, and in a secure industry. Many opportunities for career grown for the right candidate.
The job specification includes:
· Become an expert in the retail industry relating to Petrol Forecourts, Convenience, Farm Shops, Coffee Shops, Fast Food and other opportunities such as office refits, high street retailers etc
· Develop the skills necessary to complete initial site surveys (using site audit pro)
· Understand how to work with other specialist tradesman (electricians, plumbers, builders, principle contractors). Communication skills are key here
· Work effectively with internal teams and individuals at Jordon Group
· Understand the turnkey shop fit process including all elements we deliver (shop fronts, electrical, lighting, plumbing, shelving, counters, back of house, refrigeration, heating & cooling, ventilation). Extensive training and support will be provided
· Become proficient in writing accurate quotes
· Develop the skills necessary to ‘sell’ effectively. To seal the deal. We will support and nurture this
· Develop the customer service & people skills necessary to nurture long term customer relationships
· Develop project management skills required to deliver successful projects
· Develop market research skills, understand what motivates our target clients, and key industry drivers
IT Skills
· Either have existing CAD training and certification, or undertake the training
· Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, Onedrive/Sharepoint). All training can be supported on the job
· Our systems such as Epix
· Use of our in house CRM (Customer Relationship Management). This is where we manage all client touchpoints, sales pipeline, sales conversion rate, active sales etc
Other Requirements
· Full UK driving license
· The role will require frequent travel and some overnight stays
· Commercial mindset