As our expansion across the south continues we are now looking for an exceptional Design and Sales Manager to lead the design & sales team for our newly created BoConcept store based near the desirable area of Dart's Farm, Exeter, EX3 0QH.
If you are an experienced retail manager with an eye for design looking for a more hands on role or an up and coming established department manager looking for their first own store appointment then we would love to hear from you.
A career with BoConcept means that you will work in an international furniture and design company, be part of a regional team and experience all aspects of interior design, home furnishings, residential & commercial projects and sales all from our beautiful retail store environment.
With over 300 stores in more than 50 different countries, our teams take part in delivering modern, urban design to our discerning and style-conscious customers.
Our common goal is to become the leading retail brand in interior design. We will achieve this goal through teamwork, mutual respect and the will to always find the best solution.
At BoConcept we are looking for a highly talented Design and Sales Manager to help lead from the front in our well established Bristol store and be part of our on-going expansion plans across the south and south west.
Whether you are someone progressing in your management career or if you are an experienced sales or studio manager looking for their next step and one who is design, sales and service focused, responsible, enthusiastic and someone who has a passion for modern, interior design then we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
Effectively manage the small and professional team to meet business goals and to ensure that BoConcept is a great place to work with a strong collaborative culture.
To lead by example through delivering sales and designs whilst developing these skills in others.
Continuously develop the store sales operations to optimise the turnover per square foot.
Drive the overall daily operation of the store, according to defined BoConcept standards and procedures.
Ensure the presentation of the store, our furniture and accessories are maintained to the very highest standards.
Provide outstanding customer service at all stages of the sales and installation process.
Develop, implement and promote local marketing activities.
Represent the BoConcept image and be a proactive ambassador in the local community.
The profile:
Previous experience of retail/sales/studio management, preferably within a premium brand as either a department manager or standalone manager is preferred.
Be able to lead from the front and demonstrate a successful retail management sales experience background.
Good knowledge, understanding or experience of the interior design and/or fashion industry is preferred.
Experience in organising and leading staff training in product knowledge, selling skills, store decoration, operational routines and IT systems.
Shifts, weekend and Bank Holiday work is required on a rota basis.
We offer:
An attractive basic salary and excellent bonus scheme, which reflects the value that you will bring to our business (starting salary of £27K-£30k + Bonus OTE of c.£10k giving the potential to earn £40k+).
Management bonus scheme
Training and development
Company Pension scheme
Generous staff discount
Would you like to join the team? If yes, then we can't wait to talk to you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £27,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
* Bonus scheme
* Commission pay
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Exeter, EX3 0QH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
* Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:
* Interior Design/Furnishings: 1 year (preferred)
* management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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