Showroom Manager - Paarl Cape Winelands

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Status Staffing is actively recruiting for a Showroom Manager - Paarl position in Cape Winelands. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 3 - 5 years • Educational Background: Others or equivalent• Industry Focus: Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development• Location Preference: in Cape Winelands

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Sales and marketing roles like Showroom Manager - Paarl are key revenue drivers. This position offers direct impact on business growth and market expansion.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Showroom Manager - Paarl position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 3 - 5 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Others• Specific achievements in the Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business / Development sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Showroom Manager - Paarl Company: Status Staffing

Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Retail Reference: PC002163/AC

Vacancy Details Employer: Status Staffing

Our client, a leading authority in the furniture and interior design industry, seeks an experienced and dynamic Showroom Manager for their Paarl, Cape Town location. This prestigious opportunity is ideal for a customer-centric sales professional with extensive showroom management experience, a well-established trade network, and a passion for high-quality furniture and interiors. The selected candidate will be tasked with driving retail and trade sales, cultivating key client relationships, and ensuring an outstanding showroom and customer experience.

Please include a recent professional profile photo as part of your application.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent SECTOR: Sales BASIC SALARY: R18 000.00 – R22 000.00 + Commission START DATE: A. S. A. P

REQUIREMENTS: - Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in showroom management or senior retail sales within the furniture, home décor, or interior design industry. - Established and verifiable connections with interior decorators, architects, and trade procurement clients in the Winelands/Cape Town region. - Proficient understanding of furniture manufacturing, upholstery, timbers, fabrics, and performance of indoor and outdoor materials. - Expertise in inventory/POS software (e.g. OMNI, SAP, or similar retail ERP systems), Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. - Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with a sophisticated and consultative sales approach. - Proficiency in English and Afrikaans is mandatory for effective communication with the local Paarl customer base. - Valid South African Driver’s License and reliable transportation. - Proven track record of meeting showroom sales targets across retail and trade channels. - Demonstrated ability to expand the trade customer base, including successful registration and onboarding of new active trade accounts. - Ability to maintain showroom visual standards and floor presentation, with a focus on operational excellence and zero audit discrepancies. - Commitment to delivering an exceptional customer experience, including effective post-purchase support and timely resolution of customer issues.

DUTIES: Sales & Business Development (Retail & Trade): - Drive showroom sales performance to meet and surpass monthly and annual revenue targets. - Actively cultivate and manage relationships with local interior decorators, designers, architects, and property developers to expand the trade pipeline. - Host private trade consultations, showroom walk-throughs, and exclusive networking events for trade partners. - Guide retail customers through personalized design consultations, product specifications, customization options, and material selections.

Showroom Management & Operations: - Maintain impeccable visual merchandising, layout standards, and floor displays according to brand guidelines. - Oversee daily floor operations, ensuring a welcoming and luxurious experience for all visitors. - Manage end-to-end sales processing, customer quotations, orders, and payment reconciliations through the ERP/POS system. - Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to guarantee seamless delivery and installation timelines for trade and retail clients.

Team Leadership & Coaching: - Lead, mentor, and motivate showroom sales staff to deliver exceptional customer service. - Establish individual sales targets, monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and conduct regular performance reviews. - Provide ongoing product knowledge training, objection-handling techniques, and trade sales strategies to the sales team.

Reporting & Inventory Control: - Conduct stock audits, monitor inventory levels, and manage showroom display floor stock. - Provide weekly and monthly reports on sales performance, foot traffic, conversion rates, and trade account activity to executive leadership.

HOURS: Retail hours

We encourage applications from candidates who meet all the stated requirements. Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. Please note that we will retain your credentials for future similar roles.