A renowned furniture design company in Killarney is seeking a Sales & Design Consultant to guide clients in creating tailored kitchen solutions. You'll engage customers through the design process, coordinate with production teams, and ensure high-quality standards throughout. Ideal candidates will have design experience and strong communication skills, with opportunities for ongoing training and career progression within a supportive team environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
About Us In operation since 1973, Leane’s are a family‑owned business that specialises in bespoke furniture for kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and home offices. Our goal is to ensure every customer finds the right solution for their home. Role Summary As a Sales & Design Consultant, you’ll guide customers through the exciting journey of creating their dream kitchen, bedroom, or living space from first conversation to final design and installation. You’ll work closely with clients to understand how they live, design tailored solutions using CAD, and ensure every detail meets the company’s standards for craftsmanship, functionality, and beauty. This is a hands‑on role that combines creativity, organisation, and relationship‑building within a supportive, close‑knit team. Key Responsibilities Welcome clients to the showroom and create a warm, professional first impression. Understand customer needs and lifestyles, translating these into practical and inspiring designs. Prepare drawings and quotations accurately and on time. Present and explain design proposals with confidence and clarity. Liaise with the detailing and production teams to ensure designs are fully achievable and within budget. Keep customers informed throughout the process — from quotation to installation. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of product ranges, materials, finishes, and design trends. Support showroom presentation and assist with display updates. Contribute ideas to improve the overall customer experience and showroom efficiency. Success Measures / KPIs Response and follow‑up time on new enquiries. Conversion rate from design proposal to confirmed sale. Customer satisfaction and referral feedback. Accuracy and completeness of design information for production. Collaboration and communication with the wider sales and production teams. Required Skills & Experience Experience in kitchen, interiors, or furniture design and sales. Proficient in using kitchen design software such as ArtiCad, Mozaik and Autocad. Strong interpersonal and communication skills: patient, professional and engaging. Organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Ability to balance creativity with practical design and cost awareness. Familiarity with manufacturing or fitted furniture environments is an advantage. Personal Qualities Friendly, grounded, and genuinely interested in people and their homes. Calm and professional under pressure; steady and dependable. Collaborative: works easily with colleagues in sales, design, and production. Takes pride in craftsmanship and follows projects through to completion. Keen to learn, develop skills, and grow within the business. What’s on Offer Work with a respected brand producing all kitchens and furniture in‑house. Join a supportive team where quality and reputation come first. Ongoing training in design, products, and systems. Competitive salary and performance‑based commission. Clear progression path as the company evolves. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Sales Manager – Leane’s Fitted Furniture Join to apply for the Sales Manager – Leane’s Fitted Furniture role at IWIN In operation since 1973, Leane’s are a family‑owned business that specialises in bespoke furniture for kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and home offices. Our goal is to ensure every customer finds the right solution for their home. The Role This is a hands‑on senior leadership role in one of Kerry’s best‑known kitchen and interiors companies. The Sales Manager will lead a small, skilled team, bringing pace, consistency, and structure to the sales function. You’ll balance day‑to‑day customer engagement with team leadership, ensuring every enquiry is handled promptly, every quote is accurate, and every project moves smoothly from concept to completion. The role suits someone who enjoys both people and process – guiding a team, improving systems, and working closely with production to deliver an exceptional customer experience. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and support the sales and design team (currently 4–5 people). Manage workflow, response times, and sales activity across the team. Hold regular sales meetings, one‑to‑ones, and performance reviews. Maintain a positive, professional, and organised showroom environment. Ensure all customer enquiries are logged, responded to, and followed up. Oversee preparation of quotations, drawings, and presentations to clients. Manage the full sales cycle from first contact to design to production. Handle complex or escalated customer matters with tact and professionalism. Identify opportunities for upselling and cross‑selling across product lines. Work closely with design/detailing staff and production leads to ensure accurate specifications and scheduling. Keep directors informed through concise updates and weekly sales reports. Provide feedback on market trends, pricing, and customer expectations. Introduce and maintain consistent templates for quoting, order confirmation, and reporting. Help implement and guide improved CRM and tracking systems for enquiries and sales pipeline. Contribute ideas for showroom improvements, displays, and promotional activities. KPIs / Success Metrics Enquiry response time and follow‑up rate. Conversion rate from quotation to order. Monthly and annual sales revenue. Accuracy and timeliness of quotations and drawings. Team engagement and performance consistency. Customer satisfaction and referral levels. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in kitchen, interior, or bespoke furniture sales, ideally in a management or team‑lead capacity. Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills; able to set direction and motivate others. Excellent commercial awareness with sound judgement on pricing and margin. Proficient in using digital tools for quotations, CAD drawings, and CRM tracking. Organised, structured, and comfortable introducing small but meaningful improvements. Customer‑focused mindset with attention to design detail and presentation quality. Professional, approachable, and confident under pressure. Personal Qualities Calm, steady, and practical. Values craftsmanship and long‑term relationships as much as sales figures. Patient but persistent, knows how to keep projects moving. Enjoys helping people succeed, both colleagues and clients. Benefits Shape how the sales and customer experience function operates for the next generation of this respected family business. Work directly with experienced directors and production experts in a fully in‑house manufacturing environment. Competitive salary and performance‑based bonus. Genuine pathway to senior leadership as the company continues to evolve. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A family-owned furniture business in Killarney is seeking a Sales Manager to lead their skilled sales team, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient sales processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in furniture sales, strong leadership qualities, and a passion for customer satisfaction. This role offers a competitive salary and a pathway to senior leadership within the company. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading manufacturing company in Dublin is seeking a Joinery Workshop Team Leader to oversee daily production operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a team lead role within a joinery manufacturing environment and expertise in Lean Manufacturing methodologies. Key responsibilities include managing team performance, ensuring quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Joinery Workshop Team Leader - Johnston Shopfitters Join to apply for the Joinery Workshop Team Leader - Johnston Shopfitters role at IWIN Job Location - Dublin, D12 P922 For over 75 years, Johnston Shopfitters have established a reputation for being the market leader in full turnkey retail installations. We provide Retail and Commercial Design Services, Fit-Out and Merchandising solutions to all Retail Sectors. Key Responsibilities Lead daily joinery operations, ensuring safety, output, quality and costs management Work closely with other departments, such as sales, customer service, setting out, finished goods warehouse, installations and logistics, to ensure the on-time and cost-effective delivery of projects. Organize the joinery production workflow, manage resource allocation, and ensure timely execution of production plans. Mentor, train, and motivate the joinery team in Lean tools and best practices, fostering a high-performing and flexible team Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying and implementing opportunities to reduce waste and increase efficiency. Champion and implement Lean Manufacturing principles and tools, such as Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping, across the plant. Monitor joinery production KPIs, including efficiency, downtime, quality metrics, etc., highlighting actions to be taken to address any deficiencies in performance. Support the development and implementation of the joinery standard operating procedures (SOPs) Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, quality standards, and relevant documentation requirements. Skills & Qualifications Proven 3 years’ experience in a team lead role preferable in a joinery manufacturing environment with a minimum 3 years’ experience in lean manufacturing environment. Strong, hands‑on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, a deep understanding/experience of Manufacturing ‘FLOW’ is an advantage. Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills to motivate and develop staff Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for effective communication across teams. Ability to identify and solve operational problems proactively and effectively. Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment and adapt to changing production priorities. Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies. Fully competent in Microsoft Office tools and Sharepoint would be an advantage Benefits Bike to work scheme Company events Company pension Employee assistance program On‑site parking Store discount Wellness program Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Manufacturing Industries Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr
Company Overview For over 75 years, Johnston Shopfitters have established a reputation for being the market leader in full turnkey retail installations. We provide Retail and Commercial Design Services, Fit-Out and Merchandising solutions to all Retail Sectors. http://johnston-shopfitters.eu/ Job Location - Dublin, D12 P922 The Joinery Workshop Team Leade r oversees daily production while championing Lean principles like Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping to enhance output, quality, and safety. Key responsibilities include delivering on production requirements, mentoring staff, collaborating with other departments, tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and ensuring adherence to company policies and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities (this is not an exhaustive list) Lead daily joinery operations, ensuring safety, output, quality and costs management Work closely with other departments, such as sales, customer service, setting out, finished goods warehouse, installations and logistics, to ensure the on-time and cost-effective delivery of projects. Organize the joinery production workflow, manage resource allocation, and ensure timely execution of production plans. Mentor, train, and motivate the joinery team in Lean tools and best practices, fostering a high-performing and flexible team Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying and implementing opportunities to reduce waste and increase efficiency. Champion and implement Lean Manufacturing principles and tools, such as Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping, across the plant. Monitor joinery production KPIs, including efficiency, downtime, quality metrics, etc. highlighting actions to be taken to address any deficiencies in performance. Support the development and implementation of the joinery standard operating procedures (SOPs) Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, quality standards, and relevant documentation requirements. Requirements Skills & Qualifications Proven 3 years’ experience in a team lead role preferable in a joinery manufacturing environment with a minimum 3 years’ experience in lean manufacturing environment. Strong, hands‑on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, a deep understanding/experience of Manufacturing ‘FLOW’ is an advantage. Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills to motivate and develop staff Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for effective communication across teams. Ability to identify and solve operational problems proactively and effectively. Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment and adapt to changing production priorities. Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies. Fully competent in Microsoft Office tools and Sharepoint would be an advantage Benefits Bike to work scheme Company events Company pension Employee assistance program On‑site parking Store discount Wellness program #J-18808-Ljbffr
