What started in 1987 as a humble fabric business, run by German textile engineer, Peter Herrmann and his wife Coba, has since grown into the largest fabric company in South Africa. With 14 showrooms nationwide, the company is run by the Herrmann’s and their three daughters, Carla Herrmann van der Merwe, Pauline Herrmann-Keys and Katrin Herrmann-van Dyk. Ba...
We have an exciting position available for a mature and commited full time Showroom Consultant who will be based at our upmarket showroom at our head office in Bellville. The ideal candidate will be creative, with a good sense of style and a natural flair for décor and design.
MAIN DUTIES:
Build productive relationships with customers by advising and selling to customers in the showroom and working hard to achieve sales targets.
Maintain showroom operations by maintaining the set showroom standards, coordinating deliveries, manage stock of cuttings, sample hangers and books etc.
Support field sales by supporting the internal sales consultants.
REQUIREMENTS:
National Senior Certificate
Certificate or Diploma in Interior Decorating or related field
At least 3 years sales experience in an Interior Decorating or related environment
Experience of coordinating the operational aspects of a shop or outlet is an advantage
Own reliable transport
Skills and Knowledge required:
Good telephone etiquette
Excellent communication skills (written and spoken)
Good presentation skills
Good with building and maintaining customer relationships
Excellent customer service and after sales service
Good with selling products and concepts
Professional with good business etiquette
Behaviours essential:
Be assertive with drive and ambition
Be decisive and able to prioritize
Be determined
Able to cope with stress
Good with time management and activity planning
Able to take action, initiative and follow through
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