Design Manager - Furniture

Join a market-leading international manufacturer of premium banquet, meeting and conference furniture supplied to 4 and 5 star hotels worldwide. Exporting to more than 50 countries, this company blends craftsmanship with innovation to deliver outstanding design and quality.

Due to retirement, they re seeking a talented Design Manager to lead their creative team and drive the next generation of product design.

The Design Manager Role
Reporting to the Managing Director, you ll oversee a small Design Team, managing projects from concept through to production and launch. You ll shape the product portfolio, identify future design opportunities, and ensure all designs meet the highest standards of style and functionality.
You ll also collaborate with Sales, Production and Marketing to bring ideas to life-supporting bespoke client requests, developing marketing materials, and maintaining product accuracy across all channels.

About You

• 5+ years design experience within the commercial furniture sector
• Skilled in AutoCAD and Inventor
• Strong grasp of manufacturing processes
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator and team leader

Why Join?
Be part of a respected global brand known for design excellence. You ll have the freedom to influence product strategy, lead a skilled team, and see your designs showcased in some of the world s most prestigious venues. It is an on-site based role and they are offering a salary of £55k+ with commission, 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a company pension.