Anzeigen-ID: REF342E

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 21/08/2024

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at affordable prices . We are part of IKEA Al-Homaizi Limited, operating in three countries - Kuwait, Jordan, and Morocco.

Our keywords are Home, People, Happiness, Development, Leadership, Inclusion & Diversity, All with Passion!

Join us to bridge your dreams and unique ideas within an organization that believes in People !

A day in your life with us:

• Ensure food safety as the number one priority.
• Take an active part in creating the IKEA store business plan and use the country business plan, based on Growing IKEA together and IKEA Food Direction & Strategy, as input.
• Work with my team to develop and implement a clear IKEA Food action plan which is followed up regularly.
• Responsible for implementing the range matrix (global and national) to secure a strong IKEA Food range identity that distinguishes the IKEA store from our competitors on the market.
• Co-operate with the Communication & Interior Design (Com&In) department and the Commercial Activity Leader/Local Marketing by actively contributing to and supporting all marketing and in-store activities. I do this by integrating the Swedish celebrations and yearly focus area into the store’s Commercial Calendar, including the activity range and communication packages.
• Make the IKEA food range available at the lowest total cost by, for example, driving volume according to commercial priorities.
• Ensure proper planning and implementation of range changes in a simple and cost-conscious way.
• Work to maximise commerciality in order to grow sales as well as the conversion rate. Increase profitability according to the goals in my area.
• Utilise everyday commercial opportunities to attract store visitors and keep the chairs warm.
• Ensure we use the IKEA Restaurant & Café to initiate various activities that inspire and surprise our guests through engagement, learning and participation.
• Have in-depth knowledge of the competition on the local market allowing to support the IKEA store in being the leader in life at home.
• Manage food waste and shortages.
• Secure the store is always in shape as new in terms of conceptual and commercial standards and with the necessary capacity for growth.
• Create awareness of IKEA Food as the most important in-store marketing tool for maximising the IKEA store’s sales potential.

• Post Graduate or Degree or three years Diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent.
• Previous experience in similar Job role or minimum 4 years experience in Managerial role with proven track records.
• HACCP Certification preferable
• Integrity and the ability to establish strong work relationships
• Good analytical skills and cost consciousness
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent command of English
• Competent in problem solving, conflict and crisis management

A few more details for you

This position is full-time and is located in Kuwait. Some travel may be required. 

Please send your  CV in English and tell us why you would be a good fit for this role.