Hiring Now | Senior Sales Consultant | Johannesburg, Gauteng | Permanent Available
Weylandts Furniture Cape Town (Pty) Ltd is seeking an exceptional and results-driven retail professional to join their world-class team at the Fourways business unit in Johannesburg. As South Africa’s leading furniture and homeware retailer, the brand is synonymous with bold, confident aesthetics, timeless taste, and a unique fusion of clean, contemporary design with the soul of natural materials. This permanent position offers an incredible opportunity for a customer-focused expert to engage with high-end clients, showcase extraordinary interior design solutions, and elevate their career within a premium lifestyle environment. Don’t miss this opportunity — vacancies are filling fast. Apply today.
| Job Title | Reference Number | Department/Industry | Job Type | Salary | Location | Closing Date | Application Status |
| Senior Sales Consultant | Not Applicable | Retail / Sales | Permanent | Market Related | Johannesburg, Gauteng | 10 July 2026 | Open – Accepting Applications Now |
About the Role
As a Senior Sales Consultant at Weylandts, you will deliver world-class service to an discerning clientele, ensuring every interaction aligns with the brand’s luxury positioning. You will utilize your exceptional communication and networking skills to build deep, meaningful customer relationships, cultivate a loyal decorator and partner network, and proactively drive premium homeware and furniture sales. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-energy, design-focused showroom environment where aesthetic standards and operational perfection are maintained continuously.
The role operates within a fast-paced luxury lifestyle sector, requiring a self-motivated professional who is deeply passionate about interior décor and contemporary design trends. You will be responsible for translating customer visions into bespoke home interior solutions while maintaining the impeccable aesthetic layout of the Fourways showroom. Because this is a high-profile retail environment serving premium clients, the successful candidate must possess the flexibility and dedication required to maintain peak performance during busy trading cycles.
Please note that this position requires the successful candidate to work standard retail hours, which strictly includes working on weekends and public holidays according to the company trading roster.
Possession of a valid driver’s license and independent, reliable own vehicle is an absolute, non-negotiable requirement for this role to facilitate client consultations and business development activities.
Customer Experience & Styling
Deliver exceptional and memorable customer service to all showroom visitors to ensure repeat patronage. Deeply understand individual customer needs and provide tailored, high-end interior solutions and design advice. Communicate specific material care instructions, product origins, and unique design details effectively to consumers. Maintain world-class showroom standards, ensuring all premium furniture items are priced accurately and displayed beautifully according to corporate visual merchandising guidelines. Stay fully compliant with all required product and brand training programs in line with ongoing company policy.
Sales & Business Development
Consistently meet and exceed monthly and year-to-date cash collected targets net of value-added tax. Achieve and maintain strict adherence to maximum allowed discount targets to protect retail profit margins. Identify and pursue new sales opportunities through a variety of innovative business development methods. Build a robust pipeline of high-net-worth clients and retail buyers to secure consistent revenue streams. Actively promote comprehensive styling packages to maximize the average basket value of every single client transaction.
Operational Excellence & Administration
Ensure all customer sales orders are processed efficiently, accurately, and in strict accordance with corporate policy. Manage client accounts diligently from initial deposit payment through to successful final delivery. Handle all service requests and product resolution queries swiftly to maintain maximum consumer satisfaction ratings. Assist with rigorous showroom stock take procedures and continuous inventory management audits. Coordinate studio referrals and collaborate productively with internal design teams to fulfill complex client briefs.
Partner & Decorator Programs
Develop and nurture strong professional relationships within the specialized decorator and partner program framework. Network extensively with local interior designers, architects, and property developers to secure Weylandts as their preferred supplier. Conduct professional walkthroughs of the showroom for trade partners to highlight exclusive new seasonal ranges. Process trade-specific quotes and manage specialized orders for commercial or large-scale residential projects. Track partner referral metrics to optimize the mutual success of the trade collaboration network.
Systems & Compliance
Utilize complex enterprise resource planning systems including Syspro to verify stock availability across national warehouses. Process all point-of-sale transactions and credit applications securely and efficiently. Monitor order fulfillment pipelines to communicate accurate delivery lead times to awaiting clients. Adhere strictly to company financial policies regarding cash handling, refunds, and exchange protocols. Participate actively in regular team meetings to review weekly operational metrics and continuous improvement strategies.
Minimum Requirements
Educational Qualifications
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Grade 12 / Matric certificate of complete secondary education.
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Relevant tertiary diploma or degree is highly advantageous, specifically in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related creative arts discipline.
Experience
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Minimum of 3 years of demonstrable experience in a retail sales, interior design, or client-facing premium sales environment.
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Proven track record of consistently meeting and exceeding challenging individual sales targets within the luxury lifestyle or premium consumer sector.
Licences
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Valid South African driver’s license is essential.
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Ownership of a reliable personal vehicle is an absolute requirement for external client visits.
Technical Skills
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High proficiency in working with specialized retail enterprise resource planning software, with specific experience in Syspro being highly advantageous.
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Competence in utilizing modern digital point-of-sale systems, customer relationship management tools, and standard computer applications.
Knowledge Requirements
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Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary interior design trends, premium furniture materials, and luxury textiles.
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Understanding of retail financial metrics, profit margins, value-added tax calculations, and discount structures.
Skills & Competencies
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Outstanding interpersonal, verbal communication, and corporate networking skills.
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Strong ability to drive customer satisfaction through proactive relationship building and professional consultative selling techniques.
Personal Attributes
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Highly self-motivated, organized, and energetic with a passion for luxury home décor.
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Confident aesthetic judgment with an eye for detail, symmetry, and premium visual presentation.
Legal Requirements
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Clean criminal record and clear credit history, suitable for a premium retail environment handling high-value financial transactions.
Advantageous / Preferred
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Existing established network of interior decorators, property developers, and corporate buyers within the Gauteng region.
Weylandts Furniture Cape Town (Pty) Ltd is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and encourages applications from designated groups in alignment with national legislation.
Core Values
Design Excellence
We are driven by a shared passion for bold, confident aesthetics and timeless taste that separates our brand from standard furniture retailers. Every consultant must embody this value by appreciating the unique fusion of clean, contemporary design with the soul of natural materials, translating this aesthetic appreciation into inspired solutions for our clients’ homes.
Integrity & Transparency
We believe in building relationships founded on total honesty, clear communication, and ethical business dealings with both our customers and our corporate partners. Maintaining transparent sales processes, honoring discount policies, and providing accurate delivery expectations are fundamental to preserving our premium brand reputation.
Customer Obsession
Our clients are at the center of everything we do, and we strive to deliver an extraordinary showroom experience that exceeds their highest expectations. This means providing deeply personalized service, understanding subtle stylistic preferences, and ensuring that post-sale resolutions are handled with absolute care and urgency.
Shared Passion
We foster a collaborative, high-energy environment where our teams are genuinely enthusiastic about interior décor, high-quality craftsmanship, and the Weylandts lifestyle philosophy. This collective energy inspires our customers, builds strong team cohesion, and creates an inspiring workplace where everyone is driven to succeed.
People-First Culture
We champion internal growth, promote work-life balance, and invest heavily in nurturing high-potential talent within a supportive and learning-centric ecosystem. We respect our individuals, celebrate diverse perspectives, and ensure that our retail teams are provided with the wellness support and incentives required to thrive.
Career Growth Opportunities
This position serves as a prime launching pad into specialized executive and corporate leadership paths within the premium retail landscape.
Senior Sales Consultant → Showroom Assistant Manager → Showroom Store Manager → Regional Retail Operations Director
Your career path is in your hands.
FAQ
What is the closing date for this vacancy?
The formal closing date for all applications is 10 July 2026, and submissions received after this timeframe will not be considered by the recruitment panel.
What qualifications are required for the Senior Sales Consultant position?
Candidates must possess a minimum of a Grade 12 Matric certificate, though a relevant diploma or degree in Interior Design or a similar creative field is highly advantageous.
Is previous experience in high-end retail mandatory?
Yes, you need a minimum of 3 years of proven experience within a retail, interior design, or client-facing sales environment, preferably focused on the premium lifestyle sector.
Are there any specific transport requirements for this role?
A valid driver’s license and ownership of a reliable personal vehicle are non-negotiable requirements due to the necessity of travelling for client consultations and regional business development.
What software systems will the successful candidate use?
The retail team utilizes advanced enterprise resource planning systems daily, and being comfortable with modern technology and systems like Syspro is highly beneficial.
What employee benefits are offered with this permanent position?
Weylandts offers a competitive market-related salary with performance incentives, generous staff discounts, flexible leave up to 20 days, and a comprehensive Provident Fund that includes life assurance, income protection, and funeral cover.
How to Apply
If you are an energetic, design-passionate professional ready to elevate your career with South Africa’s leading furniture and homeware brand, please submit your comprehensive curriculum vitae directly to the recruitment team using the appropriate channel below.
Candidates must ensure that their applications clearly quote the job title Senior Sales Consultant – Fourways in the subject line or cover letter to ensure correct routing.
Ensure that your application is submitted before the official closing date of 10 July 2026 as late submissions cannot be accommodated under company recruitment policies.
Apply early — this vacancy closes on 10 July 2026.
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