Design Manager

Renowned for delivering contemporary, made-to-measure bedroom and bathroom furniture, this company has earned a strong reputation among London’s leading property developers. Operating from a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility the business combines design innovation with practical buildability to deliver premium furniture for high-spec residential developments.

As Design Manager, you’ll take ownership of a small but highly skilled team, responsible for translating developer briefs into commercially viable, manufacturable furniture designs. This role is pivotal to ensuring the seamless flow between design, manufacturing, and site delivery-while also contributing to product innovation and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities include to:

• Ensure timely delivery of accurate and commercially sound tender and production drawings
• Collaborate with the purchasing team to ensure correct material and hardware specification
• Work closely with estimators, sales teams, and clients to interpret and optimise project briefs
• Create CNC programs for in-house manufacture using CAD-based software
• Support NPD (new product development) initiatives based on client and market needs
• Report design team KPIs to the Operations Manager and contribute to performance reviews
  
  

Skills and Experience needed from the Design Manager:

• 7+ years’ experience in technical AutoCAD design for fitted or bespoke furniture
• Expertise in interpreting architectural drawings and producing production-ready technical details
• Solid understanding of materials, furniture construction and manufacturing methods
• Familiarity with hardware and fittings from suppliers such as Häfele or Hettich
• Hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills and confident team communicator
• Cabinet Vision, CNC programming and cut list generation would be an advantage

In return the salary is c£50k plus discretionary company performance related bonus, 23 days holiday accruing each year and pension.