JOB DESCRIPTION - RETAIL DESIGN CONSULTANT TRAINEE

The vacancy is intended as a route into a complex role of Retail Design Consultant and opportunity with the Jordon Group.

We are building a team for the future of the business and are prepared to support the right candidate, to grow into a role that is well rewarded, and in a secure industry. Many opportunities for career grown for the right candidate.

The job specification includes:

· Become an expert in the retail industry relating to Petrol Forecourts, Convenience, Farm Shops, Coffee Shops, Fast Food and other opportunities such as office refits, high street retailers etc

· Develop the skills necessary to complete initial site surveys (using site audit pro)

· Understand how to work with other specialist tradesman (electricians, plumbers, builders, principle contractors). Communication skills are key here

· Work effectively with internal teams and individuals at Jordon Group

· Understand the turnkey shop fit process including all elements we deliver (shop fronts, electrical, lighting, plumbing, shelving, counters, back of house, refrigeration, heating & cooling, ventilation). Extensive training and support will be provided

· Become proficient in writing accurate quotes

· Develop the skills necessary to 'sell' effectively. To seal the deal. We will support and nurture this

· Develop the customer service & people skills necessary to nurture long term customer relationships

· Develop project management skills required to deliver successful projects

· Develop market research skills, understand what motivates our target clients, and key industry drivers

IT Skills

· Either have existing CAD training and certification, or undertake the training

· Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams, Onedrive/Sharepoint). All training can be supported on the job

· Our systems such as Epix

· Use of our in house CRM (Customer Relationship Management). This is where we manage all client touchpoints, sales pipeline, sales conversion rate, active sales etc

Other Requirements

· Full UK driving license

· The role will require frequent travel and some overnight stays

· Commercial mindset