Ikea Careers UAE – Visual Merchandise Group Leader

Job Description:

You are responsible to secure that the visual expression of the store is in line with the IKEA manuals so the IKEA Concept is fully implemented. You achieve the time plans and budgets for each project set by the Comm-in Manager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the Market hall areas as well as Add on sales of Market hall range in the Showroom with visual merchandising technique to increase commerciality.
• Lead the work brief process together with the Sales Managers and Logistics Manager.
• Lead the daily and weekly practical work done by the specialist co-workers in the Comm-in department and securing continuous competence development of the co-workers in the Com& In department.
• Every time that shopkeepers have a need to change the range presentation either due to a range change, sales drop or out of stock situation they should contact the Com& In department to get expert advice on how to secure the optimal range presentation and achieve sales goals.
• Ensure that all visual merchandisers have receive the necessary training in safety and security aspects related to the use of this equipment so they are able to follow the rules and regulations and prevent accidents.
• Make sure all VMs have been properly trained including development programs to secure the store performance and succession needs.
• Be involved in the recruitment of the Visual Merchandiser. Ensure the vacancies are filled as soon as they arise and the right candidates are hired in the vacant positions.
• Ensure positive results in the employee survey and taking action in the areas where the satisfaction is low.

Job Requirements:

• Live and share the IKEA values every day
• Deep interest in and highly developed knowledge of home furnishings and the way people live
• Project management and store layout experience
• Strategic Planning and Analytical Skills, Effective Communication, Excel competence
• Creative, commercial and visual expert
• Must be able to take the lead in planning, presentation and implementation of range presentation solutions and lead the routines of the Com & In department.
• Excellent Communication skills

Qualification & Experience:

• Degree / Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture
• Advance user in AutoCAD, Sketchup and preferably Revit
• 5+ years experience within the Communication & Interior Design department in one or more IKEA stores.

Job Details:

Company: IKEA

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Dubai, UAE

Application Deadline: N/A

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