Design Centre Manager / Showroom Manager
Job title
Design Centre Manager / Showroom Manager
Contract type
Full-time
About us
Kronospan is the world-leading manufacturer of wood-based panels, using advanced technology that we have perfected over 125 years across more than 40 sites around the world.
As such, we have pioneered many of our industry's key advances and will continue to lead production development and innovation into the future.
For our new Design Centre based in Clerkenwell, London, we are looking for a highly motivated and engaging person to head up the day to day operations.
Main duties and responsibilities
1. Take full operational responsibility for the Design Centre. Ensure that a professional, welcoming experience is maintained for showroom visitors at all times.
2. Maintain the showroom appearance including its organisation, cleanliness, and updating of showroom displays.
3. Establish strong relationships with a wide range of decision makers, including architects, designers, project consultants, distributors, developers, builders, carpenters, as well as end-consumers.
4. Develop new business leads, visit and attract key architectural offices in order to specify our products in their projects.
5. Follow the latest trends in interior design and keep up with product innovations and customer demands.
6. Organise and participate in local fairs and specific events to promote the Kronospan brand.
7. Schedule customer meetings, lead workshops, presentations, staff training, and other promotional activities and events.
8. Promote the Design Centre and its activities as well as establish a strong online presence.
9. Preparation and control of the marketing budget.
Requirements
1. Your university degree will be in either interior design, architecture, marketing, or public relations.
2. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills are essential.
3. You will have a minimum of 3 years' relevant experience, and be knowledgeable and passionate about our products.
4. Dedicated and flexible with a hands-on approach, you will be comfortable using your own initiative in this fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
5. Bilingual in German, Spanish, or French would be advantageous.
What we offer
We are committed to rewarding achievement with an attractive performance-based salary package. The role provides the ideal opportunity for a career with a very successful business that achieves outstanding results.
General information
Location
United Kingdom
Reference
2024-12193
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