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Furniture Consultant Dealer
LDN
£30-35k +£15k
London’s leading furniture consultancy is seeking bright, ambitious Junior Furniture Consultant for its Clerkenwell team.
This is an amazing opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who genuinely loves furniture, interior design and beautifully considered spaces. You may already have some experience within furniture, interiors, styling, project coordination or another design-led business. However, previous industry experience is not essential.
More important than experience is your attitude. You will need a strong work ethic, a great personality and the confidence to communicate with clients, designers, suppliers and colleagues.
You should be commercially minded, highly organised and excited by the opportunity to learn and build a long-term career within the furniture industry.
In return, you will join one of the most respected furniture consultancies in the industry, with excellent training, a competitive salary, an outstanding commission structure and genuine opportunities to progress.
FURNITURE CONSULTANT – ENTRY LEVEL / JUNIOR
COMPETITIVE SALARY + EXCELLENT COMMISSION
UP TO £20K COMMISSION IN YOUR FIRST YEAR
You must have the right to work in the UK, a personality, a bit of drive and a love for interiors and furniture- sales isn’t a dirty word; we all do it – here you get to do it with the best team in the industry at arguably the best furniture dealer in town. Its consultative account management, not business development – I do not want to see a long ChatGPT cover letter about your journey to the discovery of design and why it’s your destiny to work in furniture – please keep it concise and tell me who you are and what you can bring to the table.
THE ROLE
You will help deliver furniture projects from the initial client brief through to specification, quotation, ordering and completion.
Working closely with interior designers, clients, furniture manufacturers and the internal project team, you will develop furniture proposals that respond to the design intent, budget and programme.
As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will take greater ownership of client relationships and independently manage increasingly complex furniture projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Developing furniture proposals based on the client’s brief, budget and interior concept
• Researching and specifying suitable furniture, finishes and materials
• Creating clear and visually engaging client presentations
• Requesting supplier pricing and negotiating the best possible project terms
• Preparing accurate quotations, orders and project information
• Organising furniture samples, finishes and project mock-ups
• Attending client meetings, site visits, interviews and project pitches
• Building strong relationships with clients, designers and manufacturers
• Communicating specifications, pricing and deadlines clearly
• Identifying opportunities to protect and improve project margins
• Maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and processing orders through NetSuite
• Attending regular furniture and product training
• Supporting and hosting client and supplier events
• Working towards independently managing projects and achieving annual sales targets
ABOUT YOU
• Genuinely passionate about furniture, interiors and design
• Positive, personable and confident when communicating with different people
• Hard-working, reliable and determined to finish what you start
• Commercially aware and comfortable working with numbers
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable presenting ideas to clients and colleagues
• Proactive, inquisitive and eager to develop your product knowledge
• Able to take ownership, accept feedback and learn from mistakes
• Comfortable working within a busy and fast-moving environment
• Interested in developing into a senior furniture consultancy position
• Motivated to make responsible and environmentally conscious decisions
IT WOULD BE A BONUS IF YOU HAVE
• Experience within furniture, interiors, styling or another design-related industry
• Project management or project coordination experience
• Knowledge of commercial furniture brands and manufacturers
• Experience preparing quotations, specifications or client presentations
• Familiarity with Excel, NetSuite or another order-management system
THE COMPANY
The company is considered one of the best furniture consultancies in town, delivering major workplace, hospitality and residential projects in London and internationally.
You will join a friendly, diverse and sociable team that encourages people to be themselves, share ideas and enjoy their work.
You will work closely with consultants, project managers, operations, marketing and finance, giving you an excellent understanding of how the furniture industry operates.
There is a hybrid working policy, regular social and industry events, excellent product training and plenty of opportunity to take on additional responsibility as your career develops.
This is a full-time position based in Clerkenwell, London.
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU ALREADY HAVE UK WORKING RIGHTS.
Sales Support Coordinator
LDN
£45k
A leading Italian luxury furniture brand is seeking a highly organised Sales Support Coordinator to join its London showroom team.
Working closely with the sales team, this role supports a mix of residential and commercial projects, ensuring quotations, orders, client information and project details are managed accurately from initial enquiry through to delivery. The role would suit someone who is proactive, commercially aware and comfortable juggling multiple live projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and client servic
The Role
Working closely with the sales team, this role supports a mix of residential and commercial projects, ensuring quotations, orders, client information and project details are managed accurately from initial enquiry through to delivery. The role would suit someone who is proactive, commercially aware and comfortable juggling multiple live projects while maintaining a high level of accuracy and client service.
Responsibilities
- Managing orders from quotation and order entry through to site survey, delivery and after-sales support.
- Preparing quotes, purchase orders, invoices, project files and delivery documentation.
- Liaising with production and logistics teams in Italy regarding lead times, allocations and order updates.
- Keeping CRM records and client/project information accurate and up to date.
- Supporting the sales team with client meetings, presentations and showroom events.
- Acting as a point of contact for trade clients, interior designers and architects.
- Coordinating with operations and finance teams to ensure projects are handed over correctly.
- Monitoring projects closely and flagging potential issues early.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in sales support, client services or operations, ideally within luxury interiors, furniture or a design-led environment.
Required Skills
- Excellent attention to detail and strong administrative accuracy.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at different stages.
- A calm and professional approach when working to tight deadlines.
- Confident written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- A genuine interest in design and the luxury interiors sector.
- Italian language skills are advantageous but not essential.
Pay range and compensation package
Competitive salary based on experience. The opportunity to join a recognised name within luxury Italian furniture. A close-knit and experienced showroom team. Genuine scope for development within the business
Operations Manager Luxury Interiors
LDN
£50-55k
A globally recognised Italian luxury furniture brand is looking for an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to join its London showroom team.
This is a central role within the business, responsible for ensuring the showroom's operations run smoothly and efficiently. You will oversee logistics, shipping documentation, order administration and office operations, working closely with the sales team, Italian headquarters and third-party logistics partners. This role would suit someone who is highly organised, takes ownership and understands the importance of strong back-office operations within a luxury environment.
What you’ll be doing
Logistics & Shipping
- Coordinating inbound and outbound shipments with freight forwarders, carriers and the Italian logistics team.
- Managing shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, customs declarations, delivery notes and import records.
- Tracking live shipments and keeping the sales team and clients updated.
- Resolving logistics issues and discrepancies quickly and efficiently.
- Overseeing receipt and inspection of goods at the showroom.
- Coordinating white-glove delivery partners for client installations.
Operations & Administration
- Managing the day-to-day operational workflows of the showroom office.
- Coordinating, authorising and prioritising operational tasks across the team.
- Maintaining and updating the CRM system (ZOHO).
- Keeping accurate records across order management and filing systems.
- Managing supplier and partner relationships, including service contracts, maintenance providers and office logistics.
- Producing operational reports and KPI summaries for the General Manager.
- Where applicable, coordinating or supervising junior team members and support staff.
Sales Support
- Supporting the sales team with order processing, quotations and project documentation.
- Acting as the link between sales and logistics, providing accurate lead times, stock and delivery information.
- Coordinating client deliveries and installations from order through to completion.
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in operations, logistics coordination or office management, ideally within luxury interiors, furniture, retail or a design-led environment.
- Strong knowledge of shipping and import/export documentation and processes.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Able to manage competing priorities calmly and accurately.
- A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership and follows through.
- Confident communicating with international partners, suppliers and clients.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using CRM and order management systems.
- Experience supervising or coordinating a small team is advantageous.
- Italian language skills are advantageous but not essential.
- A genuine interest in design and the luxury interiors sector.
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- A central role within one of the most respected names in luxury Italian furniture.
- The opportunity to help shape operational processes within a growing London showroom.
- A collaborative, design-led environment with scope for progression.
Technical Furniture Designer
LDN
£28-35k
Junior Furniture / Technical Designer to join an established UK furniture manufacturer specialising in workplace and commercial furniture. Great People.
Working closely with architects, interior designers and furniture dealerships, the business delivers both standard and bespoke furniture solutions for a wide variety of commercial interior projects. Projects often begin with an initial client brief before progressing through concept development, costing, visualisation, technical design and ultimately manufacture. As part of the design team, you will get exposure to the full process and see the products and furniture you work on progress from an initial idea through to finished installation.
Junior Furniture / Technical Designer
UK-based only; must have the right to work in the UK
6 Month Contract | Full Time | Office Based
There is a strong possibility that this role could lead to a full-time contract beyond 6 months, but the client does not want to make any promises just yet.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Junior Furniture / Technical Designer to join an established UK furniture manufacturer specialising in workplace and commercial furniture.
Working closely with architects, interior designers and furniture dealerships, the business delivers both standard and bespoke furniture solutions for a wide variety of commercial interior projects.
Projects often begin with an initial client brief before progressing through concept development, costing, visualisation, technical design and ultimately manufacture. As part of the design team, you will get exposure to the full process and see the products and furniture you work on progress from an initial idea through to finished installation.
This would suit a junior designer with good technical ability who is looking to develop their experience within furniture, product design or commercial interiors.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assisting the design department across a variety of live furniture and interior projects.
Producing accurate 2D drawings for client review and approval.
Developing detailed technical and manufacturing drawings for production.
Supporting the development of bespoke furniture from initial brief through to final design.
Producing 3D models of furniture and products for renders and presentations.
Creating 3D visuals and room scenes to help communicate design proposals and support project pitches.
Making drawing amendments following client feedback, design development or manufacturing requirements.
Working with the wider team to help ensure designs are practical, commercially viable and suitable for manufacture.
Assisting with the specification of materials, finishes and furniture details.
Attending meetings with clients to discuss projects, drawings and samples.
Attending project sites to carry out surveys and understand any access, installation or site restrictions that may affect the design.
Liaising with colleagues across design, sales and manufacturing throughout the development of projects.
Maintaining accurate drawings and design information throughout the project process.
Taking part in company and industry-related social events.
Skills & Experience
A degree, qualification or relevant experience within Furniture Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.
Some experience using AutoCAD is preferred.
Experience with 3DS Max would be advantageous, although training can be provided.
A good understanding of 2D technical drawing and an interest in how furniture is constructed and manufactured.
Comfortable developing ideas in both 2D and 3D.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Good communication skills and confidence working as part of a team.
An interest in furniture, materials, manufacturing and commercial interior design.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
Previous experience within commercial furniture is not essential. The business is happy to support the right junior designer in developing their technical and 3D visualisation skills.
Contract Details
Contract: 6 months
Start: Mid-October 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Working arrangement: Office based
Salary: Dependent on experience
Account Manager, Design-Led Furniture Dealer
LDN
£55+20k coms
Join an established design-led furniture specialist with a respected product portfolio, strong industry relationships and an experienced team behind you.
Combining consultancy, account management and business development, this is an opportunity to grow existing relationships, develop new business and build a long-term career within the company.
The Opportunity
One of London’s most established and respected design-led furniture specialists.
Working with an extensive portfolio of contemporary furniture and lighting, the company supports architects, interior designers, specifiers and end users across workplace, hospitality, residential and public-sector projects.
This is an Account Manager position for someone who genuinely enjoys furniture consultancy and developing considered product solutions, but who is equally comfortable getting out into the market, meeting clients and generating new business.
The successful candidate will inherit existing relationships and live opportunities, while being expected to develop new contacts, re-engage dormant accounts and build a strong long-term pipeline.
This is not a hard-sell environment. The company’s reputation has been built through design knowledge, trusted advice and a high level of service. However, the successful candidate must still be commercially driven, proactive and confident creating opportunities rather than waiting for enquiries to arrive.
The Role
You will manage and develop relationships with architects, interior designers, specifiers, property professionals and client end users.
You will work consultatively with clients, understanding their brief and recommending furniture and lighting based on aesthetics, functionality, budget, lead times, sustainability and project requirements.
Alongside managing existing accounts, you will be expected to remain visible within the design community, arranging studio visits, attending industry events, hosting showroom meetings and developing new relationships.
You will manage opportunities from the initial conversation and product presentation through to quotation, specification and internal project handover, maintaining oversight of the client relationship throughout.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow a portfolio of existing client accounts.
- Develop new relationships with architects, designers, specifiers and end users.
- Reconnect with dormant clients and identify new opportunities within existing accounts.
- Arrange regular studio visits, client meetings, presentations and showroom appointments.
- Respond to furniture and lighting briefs with considered, commercially appropriate solutions.
- Source and specify products from a broad portfolio of international design brands.
- Prepare quotations, budgets, product schedules and client presentations.
- Manage projects and opportunities through each stage of the sales process.
- Maintain an accurate pipeline, CRM and sales forecast.
- Work towards agreed revenue, margin and business-development targets.
- Coordinate closely with sales support, purchasing, project management and operations teams.
- Develop strong relationships with manufacturers and supplier partners.
- Maintain a detailed understanding of products, finishes, materials, pricing and lead times.
- Attend design fairs, product launches, networking events and relevant industry exhibitions.
- Provide a high level of communication and aftercare throughout the client relationship.
The Candidate
You may currently be working as an Account Manager, Business Development Manager, Furniture Consultant, Project Sales Manager or in a similar commercial furniture role.
Ideally, you will have experience working for a design-led furniture dealer, contract furniture consultancy, manufacturer or high-end furniture brand.
You should be comfortable advising clients and developing specifications, while also having the confidence and energy to generate new conversations and opportunities.
You will ideally bring:
- Experience within the design-led furniture, lighting or interiors sector.
- An understanding of the A&D, contract or professional interiors market.
- Existing relationships within the design community, or the ability to build them quickly.
- Strong furniture and product knowledge.
- A genuine interest in contemporary design, materials and manufacturing.
- Experience developing both existing accounts and new business.
- The ability to interpret briefs and present appropriate product solutions.
- Commercial awareness, including quotations, margins, budgets and sales targets.
- Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
- Good organisation and attention to detail.
- The ability to manage multiple opportunities and project timelines.
- Confidence working independently while contributing to a close-knit team.
Personality
The right person will be warm, credible and knowledgeable, without being overly sales-led.
You will enjoy becoming a trusted resource for your clients and helping them make informed decisions. At the same time, you will be naturally proactive and understand that strong relationships need to be continually developed.
You will be comfortable picking up the phone, arranging meetings, visiting studios and finding reasons to reconnect with both new and established contacts.
Project Manager
LDN
£55k
Collate is working with one of London’s most established furniture dealers to find an experienced and highly organised Project Manager.
You will work closely with clients, contractors, suppliers, sales teams, warehouses and installation partners to ensure every project is delivered successfully, on programme and within the agreed installation and logistics budget.
THE ROLE
The Project Manager will take ownership of the delivery and installation process across multiple furniture projects.
You will act as the central point of communication between all relevant parties, identifying potential issues early and making sure that products, people and sites are fully prepared ahead of installation.
This is a varied, hands-on position combining project planning, site coordination, logistics, supplier management and client communication.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROJECT PLANNING & HANDOVER
- Monitor new projects once orders have been placed and uploaded to the project system.
- Support the sales team with programme timeframes during the tender process.
- Attend project handover meetings with the relevant salesperson.
- Check orders against furniture layouts and project plans, highlighting any discrepancies or areas of concern.
- Identify projects that are ready for handover once supplier order acknowledgements have been received.
- Make sure suppliers are being chased for outstanding order acknowledgements where necessary.
- Maintain clear and accurate project records throughout the delivery process.
SITE SURVEYS & PROGRAMMING
- Carry out site surveys and provide clear photographs and access information for tender submissions.
- Identify and report any concerns relating to access, storage, delivery or installation.
- Arrange further site visits where required to confirm that the project can be delivered within the agreed programme.
- Attend contractor and client project meetings to agree installation dates and requirements.
- Make all necessary delivery bookings with site managers, building management teams and clients.
- Attend site before and during installation where required.
LOGISTICS & INSTALLATION
- Advise the sales team on installation costs based on product volume, site access, working hours, office moves and reconfiguration requirements.
- Obtain and review installation quotations to ensure costs remain within the agreed project budget.
- Coordinate upcoming projects and installation programmes with subcontracted installation supervisors.
- Liaise with suppliers regarding production schedules and delivery dates.
- Monitor supplier order acknowledgements to ensure deliveries align with the project programme.
- Coordinate warehouse, freight, delivery and installation requirements.
- Arrange the transportation of furniture to projects outside the UK where necessary.
- Issue delivery and installation purchase orders to subcontractors in line with agreed budgets.
- Review storage invoices and obtain the necessary cost approvals.
COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION
- Prepare and distribute RAMS and other project documentation to the relevant parties.
- Ensure site, delivery and installation requirements are clearly communicated ahead of each project.
- Monitor project costs and work with sales and accounts teams to resolve any discrepancies.
- Ensure records are completed thoroughly, accurately and securely.
- Follow all relevant health, safety, quality and environmental procedures.
INSTALLATION, SNAGGING & COMPLETION
- Liaise closely with the Installation Manager throughout the delivery and installation process.
- Attend installations as necessary to help resolve issues and maintain project progress.
- Communicate with clients and prepare clear snagging lists.
- Attend client handover meetings where required.
- Highlight outstanding work and secure client sign-off.
- Coordinate suppliers, installation teams and clients to complete all snagging.
- Monitor the snagging programme through to final resolution.
- Sign projects off for invoicing once all furniture has been delivered and outstanding work completed.
- Produce a final project completion report.
CLIENT SUPPORT
- Visit new and existing clients to advise on the reconfiguration of furniture, office moves and changes to existing spaces.
- Build positive relationships with clients, contractors, suppliers and installation partners.
- Represent the company professionally across meetings, site visits and installations.
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability is an important part of how the company approaches project delivery. The Project Manager will help support this by:
- Ensuring third-party installers separate packaging for recycling.
- Requesting reusable protective packaging, including blankets, wherever possible.
- Reviewing sustainable developments across warehouse, delivery and installation partners.
- Encouraging the use of electric and lower-emission delivery vehicles where practical.
- Supporting the sales team with logistics planning for furniture reuse and renewal projects.
- Participating in the company’s charitable and community initiatives.
ABOUT YOU
You will be organised, practical and confident managing several projects at different stages. You should be comfortable taking ownership, communicating with a wide range of people and resolving challenges calmly when plans change.
You will ideally bring:
- Experience managing furniture, interiors, workplace or commercial installation projects.
- A strong understanding of furniture delivery, logistics and installation.
- Experience coordinating suppliers, subcontractors, warehouses and site teams.
- Confidence attending site surveys, contractor meetings and installations.
- The ability to interpret furniture layouts, project programmes and order information.
- Experience preparing or coordinating RAMS and site documentation.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to monitor project budgets.
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- A careful, detail-focused approach to administration and project records.
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to take responsibility from handover through to completion.
Experience within a furniture dealership, workplace interiors company, furniture manufacturer or commercial design-and-build business would be particularly relevant.
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly established name within London’s furniture and interiors industry.
The company has a strong pipeline of exciting projects to deliver, making this an important and visible position within the business. You will join an experienced team and have the opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of projects for leading clients across London, the UK and internationally.
Senior Project Lead - Furniture Dealer
LDN
£100k+ package
No Sales! Concept - Completion, Consultation - Delivery, Repeat. For the best clients in Furniture Land
We are working with one of London’s leading commercial furniture consultancies to find an experienced Project Lead.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected, design-led business with a strong project pipeline, an established client base and a reputation for delivering complex workplace and commercial interior projects to an exceptionally high standard.
The role combines account management, furniture specification, commercial responsibility and project delivery. You will take ownership of new and existing client accounts, guiding projects from initial brief and specification through to order, installation and future requirements.
This is a senior, client-facing position for someone who understands furniture consultancy and can confidently manage multiple projects, stakeholders and commercial priorities.
any, ambitious projects and a highly regarded team, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
The Role
Working closely with the sales support, project management and administration teams, you will oversee projects throughout the complete sales and delivery process.
Your responsibilities will include:
Managing new and existing client accounts
Developing furniture specifications and project solutions
Negotiating and closing contracts
Acting as the main client contact throughout the project
Preparing and delivering bespoke client presentations
Pitching solutions to clients and attending project meetings
Researching and sourcing products for individual project requirements
Liaising with manufacturers regarding specifications, pricing and lead times
Overseeing pricing schedules, quotations and project margins
Supporting tender submissions for new business opportunities
Managing value engineering exercises where required
Overseeing mock-ups, samples, finishes and client sign-offs
Coordinating technical reviews and drawing approvals
Monitoring project programmes, milestones and deadlines
Reviewing supplier order acknowledgements against the agreed specification
Managing client changes following order placement
Liaising with the project management team before and during installation
Attending site walkarounds, supplier events and industry exhibitions
Maintaining strong knowledge of manufacturers, products and market trends
Promoting circular, reuse and low-carbon furniture solutions
Supporting clients with sustainability and net-zero objectives
About You
You will have established experience within commercial furniture, workplace interiors, FF&E or a closely related sector.
You should be comfortable balancing the creative, commercial and technical elements of a project while maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams.
You will ideally have:
Experience managing commercial furniture or workplace projects
Strong furniture specification and product knowledge
Experience working with architects, designers, contractors and end users
The ability to manage projects from brief through to installation
Confidence preparing quotations, pricing schedules and tender submissions
A strong understanding of margins, costs and commercial negotiations
Experience reviewing specifications, drawings and order documentation
Excellent client presentation and communication skills
Strong organisational skills and close attention to detail
The ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities
A proactive, collaborative and solutions-focused approach
A genuine interest in sustainability, circularity and responsible procurement
You will also be confident using Excel and PowerPoint to produce professional quotations, presentations and project information.
Why Consider This Role?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the strongest businesses in the commercial furniture sector.
You will work with high-profile clients, leading manufacturers and some of the most respected architecture and design practices in the market. The role offers genuine project ownership, strong internal support and the chance to influence projects from the earliest specification stage through to final installation.
For an experienced furniture professional looking for a progressive comp
Project Coordinator, Scandi Furniture
LDN
£30 -35k
You will be a key contact for clients and suppliers, coordinating projects from enquiry through to delivery.
We are working with a highly regarded, design-led furniture and architectural products business to find a Project & Sales Coordinator for its small London team.
This is a varied and responsible position combining technical quoting, order coordination, product support, sampling and studio management. It would suit someone highly organised who enjoys taking ownership of projects and becoming genuinely knowledgeable about the products they represent.
A significant part of the role will involve preparing quotations for large-scale architectural acoustic projects. These schemes can include thousands of square metres of wall and ceiling products, so accuracy, technical understanding and close attention to detail are essential.
This is not simply an administrative position. You will become an important point of contact for architects, designers, dealers, contractors and suppliers, helping projects move smoothly from initial enquiry through to delivery.
The Role
Salary: £34,000–£36,000, depending on experience
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Preferred start: September 2026
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and issuing detailed quotations for architectural wall and ceiling projects
- Reading architects’ drawings, schedules and specifications
- Translating technical information into accurate product quantities and quotations
- Checking dimensions, finishes, edge details and product specifications
- Responding to technical questions from architects, designers, dealers and contractors
- Developing detailed knowledge of the company’s furniture and architectural product ranges
- Monitoring all live orders and ensuring they remain on schedule
- Checking order confirmations, dispatch dates, payments and required documentation
- Following up with suppliers and clients to prevent avoidable delays
- Coordinating furniture, material and product samples
- Booking couriers and preparing approximately 15–20 sample packs each week
- Liaising with the warehouse, designers, dealers and end clients regarding sample deliveries
- Tracking loaned samples and ensuring they are returned in good condition
- Maintaining sufficient stock of material samples, packaging and stationery
- Keeping the studio organised, tidy and ready for client visits
- Supporting exhibitions, installations and special projects throughout the year
There may occasionally be additional hours required around major industry events such as Clerkenwell Design Week or the London Design Festival. Any additional time worked will be returned as time off in lieu.
About You
The most important qualities for this role are accuracy, organisation and a willingness to learn.
You will need to be comfortable managing detailed and often technically complex projects. Small errors can have significant consequences, so you should naturally check your work and take pride in getting the details right.
You will ideally have:
- Experience producing quotations, estimates or project schedules
- The ability to read and understand architectural drawings
- Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
- Confidence managing several live projects and orders at once
- A clear, professional and friendly telephone and email manner
- The confidence to answer questions and independently find information
- Strong organisational and follow-up skills
- A proactive, practical and self-sufficient approach
- A genuine interest in furniture, interiors, architecture or design
- The ability to work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team
You do not need to know every furniture brand in the market. However, you must be willing to develop in-depth knowledge of the company’s products and become a reliable source of information for clients and project partners.
Additional Experience That Would Be Valuable
Previous experience within commercial furniture, workplace interiors, architectural products, acoustics or the wider design industry would be advantageous, although it is not essential.
Experience in any of the following areas would also help you stand out:
- Furniture or architectural product specification
- Interior, furniture or product design
- Adobe InDesign or Photoshop
- Website or digital content management
- Sample library coordination
- Supporting exhibitions, installations or design events
- Working with architects, dealers, contractors or interior designers
Why Consider This Role?
Because we really like them – and so does most of the industry, and I couldn’t think of a better place to continue to learn.
This is an opportunity to join a respected design business where your contribution will be visible and genuinely valued.
You will work across furniture, materials and large-scale architectural projects, gaining exposure to respected international brands and some of the UK’s leading architecture and design practices.
The breadth of the position also offers considerably more project ownership and product involvement than a typical sales support or administrative role.
The company is hoping to appoint someone during September, with the opportunity for a structured handover with the current coordinator towards the end of the month.
Senior Sales Support - Furniture Dealer
LDN
£40-50k
Rare opportunity for the right experience Coordinator
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK AND PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITHIN THE A FURNITURE DEALERSHIP
We are working with one of London’s leading commercial furniture dealers to find an experienced Sales Support professional to join its operations team.
This is a rare opportunity at this salary level and would suit someone who already understands the commercial furniture or FF&E industry and can confidently support projects from quotation through to order placement and delivery.
The position sits at the centre of the business, working closely with the sales, operations and project management teams. Your role will be to remove administration from the sales team, protect project margins and ensure that quotes, orders and supporting documentation are produced accurately and on time.
This is not a traditional administrative position. It is a commercially important role for someone who understands furniture products, supplier price lists and the pace of a busy dealer environment
The Role
You will support the sales team across quoting, ordering, order checking and project administration, helping them focus on winning work and developing client relationships.
Responsibilities will include:
- Producing and quality-checking furniture quotations
- Requesting and reviewing supplier quotations
- Working confidently across multiple supplier price lists
- Raising purchase orders and placing orders with approved suppliers
- Checking order acknowledgements and identifying discrepancies
- Preparing project front sheets, handover information and supporting documentation
- Helping protect project margins through accurate checking and clear communication
- Updating the CRM, internal systems and project information
- Supporting the project management team with occasional site visits and snagging
- Preparing O&M information, sustainability reports and carbon documentation
- Supporting PQQ submissions and other business documentation
- Coordinating supplier presentations, Lunch & Learns and team events
- Re-prioritising tasks when urgent quotations or orders arise
The role requires someone comfortable spinning multiple plates. Priorities can change quickly, particularly within a busy design-and-build environment, so you will need to remain calm, organised and responsive.
About You
You will already have experience working within the commercial furniture, workplace interiors or FF&E industry, ideally for a furniture dealer or manufacturer.
You should be able to hit the ground running and will ideally have experience in several of the following areas:
- Producing furniture quotations
- Reading and interpreting supplier price lists
- Raising purchase orders
- Placing furniture orders
- Checking order acknowledgements
- Identifying pricing, specification or quantity discrepancies
- Supporting projects from quotation through to delivery
- Working with CRM, ordering or job-costing systems
You will also be:
- Numerically confident and highly accurate
- Meticulous when checking quotes, orders and documentation
- Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing deadlines
- Confident communicating with suppliers, clients and internal teams
- Proactive, dependable and willing to take ownership
- Commercially aware, with an understanding of margins and project costs
- A genuine team player with a practical, roll-your-sleeves-up attitude
- Interested in sustainability and responsible procurement
Advanced Microsoft 365 skills are required. Experience using CRM systems or furniture-ordering software would be advantageous, while Adobe InDesign experience is useful but not essential.
Why Consider This Role?
Sales Support positions at this level rarely offer a salary of up to £50,000. The package reflects the importance of the role and the level of furniture knowledge, commercial understanding and responsibility required.
You will be joining a respected, design-led dealer with ambitious plans, a strong commitment to sustainability and an established position within the UK commercial furniture market.
Good people – Great team
£ Package £
- Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
- 22 days’ annual leave
- Additional Christmas shutdown
- Bank and public holidays
- Your birthday off
- Permanent London-based position
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Testimonials
01
Rose-Marie Karlsson
Chief Sales Officer Kartell
James is a true professional, who puts not only his experience and knowledge in what he does, but also his heart. He’s always doing what’s best both for the hiring company and the candidate, even if that would mean sacrificing his own immediate return, ensuring a win-win situation for both parties and solid long-lasting results. Finding and bringing onboard the right candidates for a Sales position in London is terribly challenging, but with James support this time it has been different. I can strongly recommend James to any design or luxury furniture brand in the industry that need a partner to find the right candidates.
02
Cai Edwards
Architecture Grad
“James went above and beyond, not only throughout the application process, but also ensuring that I would be a good match for a company in terms of both professionalism and personality. His punctuality and communication meant that I was always involved in the process and knew exactly what stage I was at through an interview. His experience within the field allowed for him to advise me in depth based off of his own learnings and relationships with companies. Overall a 10/10 experience, he matched me with a job in a company that was aligned with exactly what I was looking for”
03
Stefan & Nick
Dodds & Shute
We’ve had the pleasure of working with Collate to place several fantastic people at our company. James has an incredible knowledge of the industry and really understands our company and its culture, meaning he knows exactly which individuals will be the best fit for our team. Collate offer a personal touch that takes all the stress away and makes the whole experience of recruiting fun. We would absolutely recommended them to anybody
04
James Charles Edwards
Head of Sales USA, UK Walter Knoll
Collate is rare, they deliver genuinely well-matched candidates, often spotting talent others miss. Their knowledge of the UK furniture market is sharp, and their approach feels like a true partnership. Their thoughtful, professional, and committed to long-term relationships, including a no-poaching policy that sets them apart. Highly recommended.
05
Myles Brown
Trade Team Manager, Aram
Collate is now our go-to agency.
Their approach is rare, professional and refreshing with a deep understanding of the unique demands of our sector.
They have consistently delivered candidates who are both well-qualified but also the right fit for our team, the fit being of upmost importance for us… and Collate get that.
I’ve never hesitated to recommend.
06
Jon Powell
Managing Director, Modus Furniture
A great understanding of our needs and intent to match the right candidate has had a hugely positive impact in enabling us to build a strong team. We continue to use Collate and would very much recommend anyone looking to use the service, to do so.
07
Digby Summerhill
Director Minotti London
I work with Collate because of James, I prefer working only with high quality people. James is one of those people who gets the job done honestly.
08
Gio Cirone
BDM
Have known James for many years, first as a client in his heydays working for dealers and now with Collate: not surprisingly he became straight away one of the best in Furnitureland (as he calls it)!
One of the very few in the industry who does listen to both sides employer and potential employee and makes that perfect match happen.
09
Stuart Maule
Vice President EMEA, Teknion
I have worked with the Collate team on numerous occasions now and would highly recommend them. Key to our collective success is having a thorough understanding of what is required based on taking a detailed brief and them having an in-depth knowledge of the commercial interiors marketplace. The interpretation and output have always been executed to the highest standard.
010
Andrea Bazzaro
Executive Vice President, Moroso
What we really like about collaborating with James and Collate is their “People First” approach. They’re not just placing candidates for roles in companies. On one hand, this means that there is extra care in understanding more about the business and what a client is looking for; on the other end, it means understanding on a personal level and that candidates truly are interested in collaborating with your business.
Professionality and respect are a constant throughout the process.
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