IKEA Croydon are looking to welcome a Kitchen Sales Specialist.
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 26th July 2025.
• 24 hours working day shift, evenings and 3 in 4 weekends.
• The starting salary for this role is £17,959 per annum, based on competence and experience.
OR
• 30 hours working day shift, evenings and 3 in 4 weekends.
• The starting salary for this role is £22,450 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.
• Candidates that meet basic requirements for the role will be invited to complete a value based questionnaire. This will take 20 minutes to complete and the purpose is to understand your suitability aligning to the 8 IKEA values.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview and will be given a task to complete prior to interview.
We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
For any advice or support, email beth.crombie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!