Product Requirement Specialist

At IKEA, the product range is our identity. Every textile product we create should be safe, compliant, affordable and designed for the many people. 

As legislation, standards and customer expectations continue to evolve, we need people who are curious about what comes next and motivated by turning complexity into opportunities.

That's why we're looking for a Product Requirement Specialist within Textiles to join us on our journey. 

As a Product Requirement Specialist (PRS), you help IKEA understand and prepare for existing and future product coordinating stakeholders in relevant working groups and forums, e.g. PRIO groups. Be responsible to influence, relevant to the IKEA range, new and existing legislations, regulations, and standards, within assigned area(s) and when relevant, to maintain a network of stakeholders in external alliances, e.g. standardization, organizations and academia. 

You will work closely with colleagues across the value chain while building networks with external stakeholders, including standardization organizations and industry partners. Through these collaborations, you will contribute to influencing legislation, regulations, and standards relevant to the IKEA range. 

If you are energized by understanding what is happening beyond today's requirements and curious about how future developments may shape tomorrow's products, this could be the role for you. 

You are passionate about textiles and motivated by helping others understand complex topics. 

We believe you have: 

• University degree in Textile Engineering or Textile Technology 

• Knowledge of textile materials and relevant standards, regulations, or product requirements. 

• Experience from product development, requirement management, compliance, or another relevant part of the value chain. 

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess and interpret complex topics. 

• The ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and engaging way. 

• Experience collaborating with many stakeholders and building strong networks. 

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. 

Most importantly, you are curious, collaborative, and driven by continuous learning. You want to use your expertise to make a difference and contribute to a better everyday life for the many people. 

At IKEA, you'll have the opportunity to combine deep specialist knowledge with collaboration, learning, and influence. You'll join a global environment where your expertise helps us understand change, prepare for the future, and continuously improve the way we develop our products. 

If you're passionate about textiles, fascinated by how requirements shape products, and excited by the opportunity to influence what comes next, we'd love to hear from you. 

This is a permanent position and it´s placed in Älmhult, Sweden.   

We look forward to receiving your application – CV and answer to the below question – in English latest by November 15, 2026.  

• What made you interested in this role and enticed you to apply?   

• What experience do you have that you believe will be beneficial for you in this role?   

Please note that we are continuously interviewing candidates. We do not accept applications sent directly via email. We look forward to hearing from you!  

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact hiring manager Stefan Svensson +46 723 528 706. For questions regarding the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact recruiter Christina Appelqvist, +46-766-113408