London, UK
Sales manager
at Carl Hansen & Søn
Carl Hansen & Søn has an opportunity for a sales manager to join its London-based team.
Our company is over a century old and today we manufacture pieces which can be found all over the world. Our flagship stores and showrooms span New York, San Francisco, Tokyo, Osaka, London, Milan, Stockholm, Oslo and Copenhagen.
Through the years, Carl Hansen & Søn has maintained a strong focus on preserving Danish design classics while continuing to expand our collection to represent influential new designers. Our goal; to gather the best, most iconic modern furniture designs under one roof.
At Carl Hansen & Søn, we believe that iconic design is a combination of simplicity, aesthetics and functionality brought to life through skilful work with the highest quality materials.
We are looking for a highly motivated and professional individual to join our expanding team and represent the brand to the highest standard.
Key responsibilities:
- build presentations of the collection and present to the A&D and dealer community
- manage develop and grow sales with the dealer partners
- develop and maintain excellent client relationships
- represent the company at trade fairs such as Stockholm and Milan
- uncover projects and pipeline to ensure growth
- arrange events and activities to engage the A&D community at the London showroom
- organise regular trips with A&D and dealers to our production facilities in Denmark
- take part in tender processes and provide all documentation to ensure the brand is considered
Skills and experience required:
- brand-focused and presentable
- proven ability to perform and exceed targets
- excellent knowledge of the furniture industry
- efficient and well organised with attention to detail
- high-level of numeracy and English
- proficient PC user, Excel, Powerpoint, CRM
As the ideal candidate you:
- have two years’ relevant experience in the furniture industry
- have a good network of architects, designers and dealers
- be flexible, adaptable and dynamic
- be enthusiastic, approachable and outgoing
- are a proficient user of a CRM system (not essential)
To apply:
Please email your CV, outline also why you are the perfect candidate for this role and current salary using the ‘apply’ link below.