Who makes a great Kitchen Sales Designer?
Our Kitchen Sales Designers are sales driven and thrive on building strong relationships. Explore what different backgrounds can bring to the role, and how we help you grow.
Your Role
Kitchen Sales Designers
Kitchen Sales Designers are at the centre of the Howdens experience, from that first conversation through to the final sale. Supported by a strong depot team, our designers work closely with tradespeople and their clients, building strong relationships, and creating exceptional designs to drive sales. The best bit? You don’t always need previous design experience. We will provide you with industry-leading training to develop the skills needed for your first sale.
Why You'll Love Working at Howdens
Hear from some of our Kitchen Sales Designers and discover what makes Howdens a great company to work for. You’ll be surprised by how much you can achieve in 30 days.
Carlo Safina
“I feel like a person, not just a number. The culture resonated with me from the start, and it’s why I’ve stayed ever since.”
Keira Deverson
“It’s a real team atmosphere - when one person does well, everyone feels it.”
Colin Clayson
“I never felt like the new person. From day one, you’re integrated into the business, building relationships which turn into friendships.”
Hannah Hansen
“The pace in the depot is very busy. No two days are ever the same, and they just fly by.”
Heather Greig
“If I’m going to work in the kitchen industry, then it had to be for the best. That’s why I applied for Howdens.”
Grahame Davey
“Every day is different. New customers, new targets. 8 years on, and it still keeps me motivated.”
Lucie Croughton
“I’ve gone from being very shy, to extremely talkative. Even my colleagues say, I’m a completely different person.”
Mitch Burton
“With previous experience, after some initial Howdens training, I was out measuring kitchens and dealing with customers, selling my first kitchen within a couple of weeks.”
Macy Douglas
“The interview and application process were very easy. Making me feel welcome and comfortable from the minute I walked in.”
Monica Leggett
“In my first few weeks, I had surveyed, designed, and sold my first kitchen, and seen the completed install.”
“When we’re hiring for a Kitchen Sales Designer, what stands out for us is people who can build trust with customers, manage conversations confidently, and deliver results. You do need a strong sales focus and a real eye for detail.”
- Natalie Bone, Trade Recruitment Manager
Kitchen Sales Designer Benefits
A sales designer role can be just the beginning of a fulfilling career, from Ready to Trade and technical training, to ongoing coaching and personal development.
Rewards
From day one, you’ll earn a competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding incentives such as Go-Karting, Rounders and other local depot incentives
Learning and Career Development
We offer industry-leading design, product, and sales training to help you succeed. There are also career progression opportunities into sales management roles.
Discounts and Share Scheme
Generous staff discount on Howdens products and various retailers, and a buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme.
Pension Plan
Planning for your future is important. That's why, when you put money away for your retirement, we’ll boost it by up to 12% in our generous pension scheme.
Working Hours
We’re a trade-only business, so you’ll work a 40-hour week, with no late nights, Sunday or Bank Holiday working.
Our Workplaces
We offer a great working environment in our depots, with state-of-the-art presentation rooms and industry-leading products.
Annual Leave
We give our designers up to 32 days of annual leave, including bank holidays. Your holiday allowance also increases the longer you stay with us.
Wellbeing
Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family. We also offer discounted gym memberships and a Cycle to Work Scheme that can help you get fit.
