Ongoing Recruitment at Interior Woodwork Limited

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION    

This position is responsible for bringing new business to the establishment. It includes the motivation and supervision of the total sales effort of IWL including participation in the annual planning effort, developing new accounts, maintaining existing accounts, and implementation of sales and marketing strategies so as to maximize profits for IWL while maintaining customer satisfaction.    

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES    

• Should possess clear understanding of the IWL’s business strategies then set goals and to determine action plans to meet those goals.
• Identify new markets and business opportunities and increase sales.
• Analyze current market base for IWL.
• Devises new ways to expand that market base. 
• Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met.
• Develops promotional and advertising materials for IWL.
• Oversees distribution of marketing materials. 
• Reaches out to organizations and businesses that might require Products IWL offers.
• Manages accounts of high-profile guests.
• Processes payments and applies discounts as necessary.
• Addresses and resolves any issues or complaints regarding sales or marketing.
• Maintains positive relationships with clients to encourage repeat and recurring business.
• Implements all sales action plans related to the market areas as outlined in the marketing plan.
• Provide the highest quality of service to the customers at all times. 
• Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives.
• Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings.

EDUCATION & TRAINING    

• At least a BSc in Marketing or another related field

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE    

• A minimum of 8+ years in similar role and industry

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient in MS Office 
• An analytical mind with problem-solving skills 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities 
• A team player with leadership skills 
• Outstanding customer service skills 
• Complaint handling and conflict resolution skills 
• Good organization and prioritization skills 
• Strong administrative skills 
• Good verbal and written communication skills 
• Confident presentation skills 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work under pressure and to strong targets 
• The ability to manage owned work load 

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GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION    

The Interior designer is responsible for designing and creating different types of furniture from a basic concept or idea. They design using sketchpads, computer software, or a combination of both. Furniture designers often create original prototypes from their initial design and are usually involved in selecting fabrics, colors, and the woods, metals, or plastics used to create furniture pieces.    

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES    

• Generating sample designs using computer-aided design (CAD), card models, sketches or hard prototypes;
• Using software packages such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Solidworks and Photoshop;
• Discussing designs with clients for custom ordering or with manufacturers;
• Preparing detailed final designs;
• Keeping informed about design trends and developments;
• Studying, researching and planning various styles of furniture design;
• Evaluating issues such as pricing and fixing costs, fashion, purchasing, safety, materials and manufacturing methods and techniques;
• Using various tools to complete projects from raw materials to finished furniture items;
• Attending workshops, seminars and training on various types of manufacturing and furniture design.
• Organizing plans and schedules with respect to the availability of resources;
• Selecting suitable materials, which might include wood, metal, plastic and textiles;
• Liaising with craftsmen or production department staff, such as production managers, marketing staff and design engineers, about the process of construction or manufacture;
• Finding ways to improve furniture items already manufactured.

EDUCATION & TRAINING    

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in fine arts with a concentration in furniture design.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE    

• Proven work experience in similar role

SKILLS & ABILITIES    

• Drawing and design skills
• Manual dexterity
• Knowledge of market trends
• Interpersonal skills
• Creativity