Howdens
Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer
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Apprentice Kitchen Sales Designer
Build Your Future and Launch Your Career With Howdens
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.
About The Apprenticeship
Location
Forest Hill Depot
Salary & Incentives
£16,686 salary plus team incentives
Qualification
Level 3 Fitted Furniture Technician
Duration
12–15 months
Support Offered
- Assistance to achieve Maths & English (if needed)
- A dedicated mentor
- Supportive Depot Manager
Benefits
- Staff discount
- Pension
- Paid holidays
What You Will Be Doing
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
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Who 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
Where This Role Can Take You
- Kitchen Sales Designer
- Lead Kitchen Sales Designer
- Depot Sales Roles
- Depot Management
Ready To Get Started?
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.
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About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with:
- More than 900 depots nationwide
- Over 11,000 staff
- Circa £2.3bn in sales last year
Type: Fast-paced and commercial environment.
Our values:
- Strong предпринимательского духа
- Competitive salary
- Development opportunities
- Exciting rewards
Why join us?
- Named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For
Working With Us: Our Principles
Howdens operates by the principle of being "Worthwhile for ALL concerned".
We are committed to:
- Providing inclusive environments where everyone feels welcome.
- Supporting candidates throughout the application process.
To make adjustments to our recruitment process, email: 📧 recruitment@howdens.com (Mention the job title and location.)
Important Note:
Candidates must have a valid right to work in the UK. We cannot offer sponsorship for depot positions at this time.
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