Design Consultant
Calling all designers in Ballito - We're Hiring: Sales & Design Consultants<br><br>Easylife Kitchens is a leading, well-established kitchen brand with over 30 years of industry experience and more than 40 franchise showrooms nationwide. With state-of-the-art factories in Johannesburg and Cape Town, we manufacture high-quality kitchen components using modern, continuously upgraded technology to ensure exceptional value and workmanship.<br><br>Our Easylife Kitchens showrooms are franchisee-owned, and as such, requirements and remuneration may differ slightly from other locations. We are currently seeking highly experienced, performance-driven Sales & Design Consultants to join our team.<br><br>This role is suited to a confident professional who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment, has strong commercial awareness, and is capable of managing clients, designs, and projects from first consultation to final installation.<br><br>About the role<br>This position requires a senior-level combination of design and sales, with full accountability for sales performance, design excellence, and project delivery.<br><br>Our culture is built on quality, excellence, integrity, loyalty, and hard work. Clients are central to everything we do, and employees are expected to operate with a high level of emotional maturity and professionalism to ensure all stakeholders are managed optimally.<br><br>Independent, self-disciplined individuals who enjoy problem-solving and take ownership of their work will thrive and build a rewarding long-term career at Easylife Kitchens.<br><br>Skills, experience and training required<br>· Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport (essential)<br>· Strong computer literacy<br>· Grade 12 minimum, with 5+ years relevant experience in kitchen sales, design, or a related interior/manufacturing environment<br>· Proven senior-level experience in kitchen design and sales<br>· Experience within the kitchen or manufacturing industry<br>The following will strengthen your application:<br>· Qualification in Sales and/or Interior Design<br>· Advanced proficiency in Winner design software<br>· Strong design and technical knowledge within the kitchen industry<br>· Project Management experience and/or qualification<br> Competencies required<br><br>We are looking for a highly capable professional with the following qualities:<br>· Strongly performance-driven with a proven sales track record<br>· Adaptable and comfortable managing change<br>· Resilient, stress-tolerant, and solutions-focused<br>· Self-disciplined with excellent time-management skills<br>· Strong interpersonal skills and empathic listening ability<br>· Confident decision-maker with sound commercial judgement<br>· Conceptual thinker with a practical, detail-driven approach<br>· Above-average problem-solving ability<br>· Solid understanding of technical and construction concepts<br>· Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, high-expectation showroom environment<br>· Exceptional ability to understand client needs and translate ideas into functional, creative designs<br><br> Key responsibilities<br>· Conducting thorough client needs analyses, including lifestyle, budget, and design preferences<br>· Advising clients on appropriate project investment relative to property value<br>· Design development, presentation, and finalisation with clients<br>· Full management of customer quotes, contracts, payments, and orders<br>· Achieving showroom sales targets, margin requirements, and personal strike rates<br>· End-to-end project management from sale through to installation and completion<br>· Stakeholder management and clear communication throughout the entire project lifecycle<br>· Managing client expectations and providing regular progress feedback<br>· Proactively resolving any issues that arise during project execution<br>· Keeping up to date with the latest kitchen technology, materials, and industry trends<br>· Ensuring overall quality of service delivery across all projects<br>· Any additional duties required by the franchisee<br><br>Remuneration and growth<br>This position offers unlimited earning potential, comprising a competitive basic salary, excellent commission structure, and performance-based showroom incentives.<br><br>In addition to strong financial rewards, Easylife Kitchens offers real scope for individuality, personal development, and long-term career growth within one of the most respected kitchen brands in South Africa.<br><br>How to apply<br>If you believe this opportunity aligns with your experience and career ambitions, please send your CV to jeremy.b@easylife.co.za for consideration. <br><br>Should you not hear back from us within two weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.