Sales Design Consultant (12m FTC)

 

Send your CV and cover letter to: careers@camirafabrics.com

Location – Remote, North of England based

 

About the Company

Camira are a multi-award-winning textile manufacturer with two centuries of heritage and a forward-thinking approach to innovation and sustainability, Camira designs and manufactures environmental fabrics for the commercial, public transport and residential sectors.

 

Job Purpose

To manage and grow the Camira Contract business within the A&D market in the UK by utilising strategic marketing and promotion of the Camira Contract brand therefore maximising UK profitability. This is a 12-month FTC covering maternity leave.

 

Key Tasks and Accountabilities

·         To deliver budgeted revenues on an annual basis to maximise profitability of the UK market.

·         Establish the Camira brand as the leading partner for A&D market by promotion of the Camira philosophy and brand portfolio.

·         Identify opportunities to generate sales and raise the profile of our products to ensure delivery against budgets and strategy

·         Identify major projects for specification and collaborate with the OEM Area Business Managers to maximise profitability

·         Build & maintain excellent relationships with interior designers in order to track projects ensuring that Camira are recognised at an early stage and also finally specified

·         Remain commercially aware of the UK contract interior market to inform business strategy

·         To adhere to the Camira Code of Conduct and comply with all relevant quality, environmental, health & safety, data protection, and corporate legislative requirements.

 

Knowledge and aptitudes required

·         Design degree qualification or equivalent experience.

·         Experienced in the A&D market promoting commercial upholstery fabrics

·         Clear understanding of commercial upholstery and panel fabrics including specifications and technical requirements

·         Proven experience in generating interest in products & brands and turn this interest into long-term business relationships with the target-group.

·         Ability to carry out planning, reporting and administration for the area of responsibility.

·         Good knowledge and experience with Microsoft Software packages

 

Personal Competencies

·         Ability to establish lasting working relationships with Architects & Designers

·         Friendly with excellent listening skills allowing for a consultative approach

·         Strategic thinker who is commercially astute

·         Works with initiative to deliver solutions

·         Passionate and client focused

·         Self-driven with a results orientation

·         Influencing skills with the ability to “story tell”

 

Additional Requirements

·         The role will aim to have a minimum of 10 client meetings per week.

·         There will be occasional visits to international trade fairs of up to 1-week duration.

·         Home based role so there is a requirement to have space to establish an office and safe dry place to store sample material.

·         Full driving licence

 

Employee Benefits

·         Life Assurance

·         Pension with Employer Contribution of 4%

·         Private Medical Insurance (Single Cover)

 

Camira Values

Our success lies in our customer’s success. We focus on building long lasting relationships and delivering a brilliant customer experience to a global market; using digital technologies, providing high-quality products, support and services that add value, inspire, and exceed expectations.

 

Our commitment to quality, health & safety, and environmental standards ensures we consistently deliver products and services that meet both customer and regulatory requirements. We do the right thing, no matter how hard. We uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency with our customers, our people, and the planet. We respect our resources and commit to making pioneering fabrics and delivering value added services that contribute positively to a more sustainable future.

 

Apply today

At Camira, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of our values. We adopt a workplace where every team member feels valued and respected. Our inclusive culture ensures all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. If you require any adjustments and/or additional support during the interview process, please let the talent team know.

Join Camira and be part of a company that values your unique skills and supports your professional journey. Apply now and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional fabrics.