Assistant Sales Manager - FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment)

The Role
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Assistant Sales Manager specializing in Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) to join our growing office furniture company in Dubai. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our sales strategy and drive business growth in a fast-paced, competitive market. Responsibilities: - Assist the Sales Manager in developing and implementing effective sales strategies for FF&E products. - Manage client relationships and ensure exceptional customer service throughout the sales cycle. - Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the office furniture sector. - Coordinate with design and procurement teams to meet client specifications and delivery timelines. - Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and market analysis to support strategic decision-making. - Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and networking events to promote products and expand the client base. - Train and mentor junior sales staff to enhance team performance. - Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all sales activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in sales within the furniture, fixtures, and equipment industry, preferably in office furniture. - Strong knowledge of the FF&E market and product specifications. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently to achieve targets. - Strong organizational and time management abilities. - Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office applications. - Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus. - Relevant educational background in business, sales, or related fields. - Willingness to travel within the UAE and region as required.

About the company
Welcome to Cross Recruitment LLC, a recruitment company covering the UAE and Gulf States. We specialize in finding suitable candidates for companies in Interior Design, FF&E and Architectural Industries, such as Furniture Manufacturers and Distributors, Suppliers of Interior Products, Hospitality, Flooring, Carpets and Lighting, etc. Our Managing Director, Dawn Cross, is a very well known and respected recruiter within the industry, having worked for many years in the GCC and internationally. As such, we already have our network of experienced consultants working on various job levels from C-Suite Executives and Managing Directors, to Sales, Design and Office Support staff. When a position opens, with many people seeking employment today, companies can be inundated with CVs which can be time consuming to go through. We can do that for you. Once the job vacancy has been opened, we collect the CVS, review and shortlist the candidates and call those of interest for a one-on-one interview. We pride ourselves on meeting all candidates face to face to establish suitability, identifying the potentials who will be an asset to your company for the long term and easing the interview process allowing your company to focus on its productivity.