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Design, Creation & Communication

Visual Merchandiser

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  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom
  • Interior Design & Visual Merchandising
  • Full time

Job Description

  • Job ID: 322457

  • Date posted: 05/02/2026



    • IKEA Reading are looking to welcome a Visual Merchandiser/Activity Co-worker to our team.

    A Visual Merchandiser at IKEA designs and maintains attractive product displays, implements store layout plans, collaborates on merchandising strategies, and stays updated on home furnishing trends.

    WHAT WE OFFER

    • The Start Date of employment will be: March 2026
    • Starting salary of £28,928 based on competence and experience .
    • 39 Hours working 5 days over 7 shifts will be from 7.30am till 4pm. Occasional weekend working as and when the business requires.
    • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


    WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

    Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

    • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
    • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
    • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal​
    • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks​

    ..as well so much more! Full Benefit List https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310



    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • You have a degree or a minimum of 1 years visual merchandising experience in a relevant creative field.
    • A working knowledge in design software such as Autodesk REVIT, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, is essential.
    • You are excited about home furnishings, design and how people live, and have the ability to use generate new ideas to inspire our customers.
    • You have a hands-on approach, feeling at ease working with various hand tools and comfortable working at heights.


    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    • Use visual merchandising competence to strengthen the uniqueness of the IKEA identity in range presentation solutions in the store by working with store layout, range presentation and vitality.
    • Understanding the local market to plan and implement relevant, inspiring, affordable and commercial range presentation solutions that reflect a wide variety of styles, price levels, meet the many individual tastes and exceed our visitor's expectations.
    • Collaborate with the Com&In team and other functions, act quickly to exploit commercial opportunities and understand the impact of actions on the financial results
    • Working with the commercial calendar to implement range changes.


    WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

    It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

    Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many


    RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION –

    Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

    • Please attach an updated CV, Cover letter & portfolio with your application so we can get to know you better.
    • First stage interviews will be conducted virtually.
    • Shortlisted candidates moving onto to the 2nd stage of the interview process will be required to complete and submit pre-work.

    We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    For any advice or support, email Recruiter fiona.currie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!












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