Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer

On-site in Bangor·Full-time·Added 19 days ago

Howdens

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Overview

Job details

£16,686 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About £1,290 a month after tax.
Full-time
Per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We hire for attitude and potential - not experience
Friendly, confident and keen to learn and get stuck in
Reliable and organised
Looking for a long-term career, not just a job
UK Full Driving Licence for visiting customer premises

The role

Forget the typical 9-5. At Howdens, you'll be part of a busy, hands-on team from day one, learning, earning, and building a career with real progression. This is more than sales. You'll learn how to design, plan, and sell kitchens, working with trade customers and their clients to bring ideas to life.

We're proud to be a UK Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer, and we're looking for someone motivated to join us.

What you'll do

Learning from our expert designers and sales team to:
Measure customer homes and understand their needs
Design and plan inspirational kitchens and bedrooms
Build relationships with trade customers
Use design tools and systems
Grow your skills and confidence until you can support the full sales journey from measure to sales

About the apprenticeship

Location: Balloo Drive Bangor Depot
£16,686 salary plus team incentives
Qualification: Level 3 - Customer Service
Duration: 14 Months
Support to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
A dedicated mentor and supportive Depot Manager
Staff discount, pension, and paid holidays

Where this role can take you

Kitchen Sales Designer
Lead Kitchen Sales Designer
Depot sales roles
Depot Management

Hiring process

2 steps1 interviewa task to do

Application
Aptitude task (selected roles)
Not every role
In certain circumstances, an aptitude task is completed before or during the interview; Howdens lets candidates know in advance if this applies.
Interview
With a hiring manager
You meet with the hiring manager to discuss your experience and ask questions about the job; interview format differs across departments and roles.

Howdens aims to reply quickly, though it may take longer for roles with more applicants; candidates are always told the outcome either way.
Adjustments to the application or recruitment process can be requested by emailing recruitment@howdens.com.

Hiring process

Apply today and take your first step with Howdens.

Your application will be carefully reviewed, and we'll be in touch to let you know the next steps. If you're shortlisted, a member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application further.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

About Howdens:
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values.
There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens - and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.
Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We're working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email apprenticeships@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.
Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.

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