Job ID: REF5622T

Date posted: 15/11/2024

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 prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Your assignment

• Use visual merchandising expertise to enhance IKEA’s unique identity through strong home furnishing solutions by working with store layout and impactful product presentations.
• Actively support and contribute to department goals by proposing initiatives that drive business growth, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to implement plans.
• Leverage knowledge of local market needs and aspirations to plan and implement relevant, inspiring, affordable, and commercial product presentations that reflect a wide range of styles and price levels, meeting diverse tastes to inspire our visitors.
• Contribute to gathering insights on store layout and product presentation, translating this knowledge into relevant and inspiring store solutions that support a convenient shopping experience and reflect local home-living needs.
• Stay up to date and knowledgeable about home furnishing, retail, and trends to create impactful visual concepts that surprise and inspire visitors.
• Respect routines and responsibilities, working with various teams to act quickly on commercial opportunities and understanding the impact of actions on financial results.
• Ensure high-quality, efficient, and cost-conscious execution of planning and presentation solutions by aligning with national guidelines and applying proven practices.

Your profile

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in visual merchandising within a design-oriented role (visual merchandising and store planning).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong understanding of retail merchandising techniques and trends that influence home furnishings and retail.
• Excellent eye for detail with the ability to balance creativity and commercial appeal.
• Positive work ethic, with a passion for design, teamwork, and taking initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, proactively propose solutions, and take ownership of tasks to drive results.
• Proficient in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit).

Please apply by 31 December 2024