Facility Manager, IKEA Delft, 40 hours/week

At IKEA, we believe that a great customer experience starts behind the scenes. A safe, sustainable and well-maintained store doesn't happen by itself. It takes people who think ahead, take initiative and continuously look for ways to do things better.

Do you recognize yourself in this? Then we are looking for you.

As a Facility Manager, you are a true connector. You combine people, processes and technology to maintain the IKEA environment and building.

You lead and support the Maintenance & Security teams. Together, you ensure a safe environment and a clean, functional and well-organized store for co-workers, visitors and customers. In doing so, you contribute to a healthy and sustainable working environment and to achieving strong business results, now and in the future.

You are a leader who helps people grow, embraces change and enjoys improving the business.

In addition, you bring:

• At least 5 years of leadership experience within Facility Management, Maintenance or Building Management.
• Experience with contract management, suppliers and maintenance processes.
• Good knowledge of building management and relevant legislation and regulations.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• You are decisive, solution-oriented and know how to bring others along through change.
• You thrive in a dynamic environment where no day is the same.
• You are fluent in spoken and written English. Speaking Dutch is a strong preference.

What your daily work will be
As a Facility Manager, together with your team, you ensure that IKEA Delft provides a safe, clean, sustainable and well-functioning environment for customers, visitors and co-workers.

You work closely with colleagues, suppliers and external partners and take the lead in further developing our store. You are proactive, recognize opportunities for improvement and turn them into concrete actions.

Your responsibilities include:

• Leading Facility Management services and managing external service providers.
• Working together with the store to plan, develop and implement programmes that continuously develop the store and keep the building looking as new (SISAN).
• Ensuring safety, compliance and adherence to legislation and regulations, while working closely with stakeholders in Fire Safety and Safety & Security.
• Maintaining relationships with government authorities and other external partners.
• Managing the Facility Management budget and promoting cost-conscious and sustainable solutions.
• Collaborating with IT and other departments to support daily operations in the best possible way.
• Leading, coaching and developing your team while fostering an open feedback culture.

Why we're looking for you

This role is about more than maintenance.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership.

Someone who sees opportunities to make our store smarter, more efficient and more sustainable. You are curious, ask questions and challenge existing ways of working. You think ahead, bring new ideas and know how to inspire colleagues to take the next step together.

You'll help IKEA Delft not only perform well but become a little better every single day.

About this role
As a Facility Manager, you will be part of the Business Navigation & Operations Management team and report to the Business Navigation & Operations Manager.

You will work together with colleagues, suppliers and external partners to ensure that IKEA Delft remains a safe, sustainable and inspiring place for both customers and co-workers. It is also important that you have a flexible availability, as you will work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends.

What can you expect from IKEA Delft?
At IKEA, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your career while making a real impact on both people and business results. A small selection of our employment benefits:

• A one-year contract with the intention of offering a permanent contract based on good performance.
• A gross monthly salary between €3,946 and €5,245 based on a full-time employment contract (40 hours per week).
• A 13th month salary and 27 vacation days based on full-time employment.
• Additional allowances for working on Sundays and public holidays.
• Travel allowance.
• A pension scheme.
• Career development opportunities within IKEA.
• A 15% co-worker discount on IKEA purchases.
• Additional health insurance on top of your basic health insurance.

About IKEA
IKEA is the world's leading home furnishing retailer and is proud of its values and Swedish culture. At IKEA, we believe in the power of togetherness. Together, we are better and stronger. Whoever we are, we work as one team where everyone plays an equal role. It is a place where everyone is welcome. Where we support each other to take on new challenges, learn and lead by example. Together, we make the most of what we do.

Discover the opportunities for a career in an inspiring working environment within an international context. A place where entrepreneurial people are given the freedom to do what they do best. There are plenty of opportunities to grow together.

At IKEA Delft, around 950 enthusiastic co-workers work together every day to inspire our customers and offer great home furnishing solutions.

Interested?
Apply with your motivation letter and CV.

Do you have any questions about the role? Please contact Jesse on +31 6 50 15 75 94.

We do not offer a relocation or sponsorship. It is important that you already live in the Netherlands.