About the Opportunity
We are seeking a customer-focused sales professional to join a successful retail team specialising in premium home and lifestyle products. This position goes well beyond a traditional retail environment. Customers are often making an important investment decision, and you will play a key role in guiding them through the process, helping them find the right solution to suit their needs, preferences and budget. The successful candidate will provide an exceptional customer experience while delivering strong commercial results and building long-term customer relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Create a welcoming and engaging environment for all customers.
Develop a clear understanding of customer requirements through effective questioning and active listening.
Present products confidently, highlighting features, benefits and available options.
Provide tailored recommendations based on lifestyle, design preferences and budget considerations.
Guide customers through the full purchasing journey from initial enquiry to order completion.
Maintain regular contact with prospective customers and follow up on outstanding opportunities.
Build confidence in product quality, value and brand proposition.
Address customer concerns professionally and offer appropriate solutions.
Maintain strong product knowledge and stay informed on new ranges and promotions.
Consistently achieve personal and team sales objectives.
Deliver a high standard of customer service at every stage of the sales process.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have experience in a customer-facing sales environment where products or services involve a considered purchasing decision.
Experience may have been gained within sectors such as:
Home Furnishings
Interior Design Products
Automotive Sales
Consumer Technology
Home Improvement
Bathrooms & Kitchens
Luxury Goods
Jewellery & Accessories
Premium Retail Environments
Skills and Experience
Proven ability to influence purchasing decisions through consultative selling techniques.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to build trust and rapport with customers quickly.
Commercially focused with a target-driven mindset.
Professional, confident and customer-centric approach.
Excellent organisational and follow-up skills.
Passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences.
Suitable Backgrounds
Applicants may currently be working as a:
Sales Consultant
Retail Sales Specialist
Customer Advisor
Sales Executive
Showroom Consultant
Business Development Executive
Customer Experience Representative
High-Value Retail Advisor
Location: Dublin
Salary: 40k and upcapped commission
Job Ref: 9621TGMT
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