
Kitchen sales designer
The position of Kitchen Sales Designer combines creativity, a sense of design, and sales expertise. Also known as "Kitchen Layout Consultant" or "Kitchen Designer", this professional is at the heart of the design and sale of kitchen spaces, playing a key role in the realization of our customers' projects.
Main missions and objectives
The kitchen designer-salesperson welcomes customers, listens to them and helps them design their project in concrete terms, using plans and specifications. They put together a personalized file, and negotiate the entire sale. He then travels to the customer's premises, where he takes measurements and evaluates all the technical parameters.
He coordinates all the work, within the agreed deadlines, and takes care of the after-sales service. He can also offer complementary services, particularly with regard to financing. Finally, he constantly updates his customer file and keeps track of prospective customers. They also manage stocks and orders. They set up sales and advertising campaigns. He sets up sales areas to showcase kitchens and win over customers.
Job profile: Desired professional and personal skills
The kitchen sales designer must have technical skills in computer-aided design (CAD) and an excellent knowledge of materials and interior design trends. Good interpersonal skills are essential to understand customers' needs and advise them effectively. Creativity, a sense of aesthetics and rigor in project management are indispensable qualities.
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Training to become a kitchen sales designer
A high school diploma is desirable (Bac pro for example). To progress more quickly, a Bac + 2 (BTS or DUT in commerce and sales) may also be considered. Specific training in kitchen design and sales techniques may also be an asset.
Apprenticeship and professionalization are also preferred training paths. You can also do VAE, school-based training or school-company training.
Career development and prospects
The kitchen sales designer can progress to interior design project manager, showroom manager, sales manager, sales director or store manager. Career prospects are closely linked to the professional's ability to broaden his or her skills and demonstrate effective leadership.
Compensation
Kitchen Sales Designer compensation is competitive and often includes performance-related bonuses. Benefits include commission opportunities on sales and bonuses based on targets achieved. The gross salary of a kitchen sales designer averages between €1,500 and €3,000 per month, including bonuses. This salary is uncapped.
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