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IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

The Digital Area is set up to connect, enable and support all IKEA Communications Areas with IT systems and tools to create, produce and deliver communication in the smartest, most automated and cost efficient way possible. 

The Development & IT team is part of the Digital Area and secures the business with IT tools and systems and provide support to the demand for IT custom tool development to guarantee process improvements on the running business and consistently reduce time to market and increase business efficiency. We deliver relevant technology solutions to IKEA Communications and ensure the high standards of the co-workers needs are met. Right now we are looking for a Business Analyst. 

As Business Analyst you will Identify, document and manage business requirements for solutions used at IKEA Communications, so that the solutions meets the needs and expectations of the users, and other internal or external stakeholders. You are important to enable the business to articulate needs and the rationale for change and describe the solutions that can deliver value.

Your main responsibilities will be to: 
Identify improvements by elicit, analyse, challenge and document (e.g. business requirements, use cases, user stories, test cases & acceptance criteria, boundary conditions) all stakeholder needs and detailed business requirements. For a technical service this includes functional and non-functional requirements.
Facilitate the identification and elaboration of feasible business solutions for process, organization and service with business modelling while managing expectations among the stakeholders.
Challenge and assure quality of stakeholder needs, business requirements and solution alternatives in order to identify consequences and reduce risks. Support solution evaluation with identified business requirements
Support for Design Activities, Validation/Test & Configuration Management Support.
Support project management in setting up a business analysis approach that is appropriate for the chosen project approach. Support business architect in creation of business blueprint and managing dependencies relating to processes, information and solutions.
Validate compliance of business requirements through the Service Validation/Test & Configuration Management processes execution by the IT vendors, review test results, follow-up and steer on defined test KPIs/metrics. Support business acceptance test (BAT), and user acceptance test (UAT) planning, preparation & execution, including test case definition and drive acceptance.
Participate actively in the creation of solution documentation in co-operation with process/business teams and IT vendors, as well as the creation of the ‘learning offer’ for the solution including training materials and delivery of training.

If you have questions about the position, please contact Bastiaan de Vrijer at +46 721937244.
If you have questions related to the recruitment process, please contact Rasika Carlsson at +46 70 962 44 34.

We look forward to receiving your application in English, at the latest 18th of December 2019.
Please note that we will be interviewing continuously, which means that we may close the application process earlier than stated if we find the right candidates. So don’t delay, please send us your application today. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

The Digital Area is set up to connect, enable and support all IKEA Communications Areas with IT systems and tools to create, produce and deliver communication in the smartest, most automated and cost efficient way possible. We also do digital development and innovation work in the spatial computing area for all IKEA companies.

The Development and Operations team is the part of the Digital Area and is now looking for a 3D Technical Developer. 

As a 3D Technical Developer in the DevOps team you will support the running ICOM business by delivering IT systems and tools or by developing customized solutions to enhance and  improve the user facing interaction with complex production systems

Examples of responsibilities in this role could be:
Develop technical solutions and automation for projects in production in close working relationship with end users for the production assignments.
Responsible developing and publishing tools in an agile way.
Analyse together with the team on what is the smartest approach to support and solve production problems.
Be part of developing the technical roadmap standards.
Develop documentation for work flows and tools which are created.
Be responsible for scheduling and briefing of external technical developers.
Keep up with evolution of technical standards across different industries Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

The Digital Area is set up to connect, enable and support all IKEA Communications Areas with IT systems and tools to create, produce and deliver communication in the smartest, most automated and cost-efficient way possible.  
 
The Digital Lab is part of the Digital Area and drives the digital development and innovation work in the spatial computing area for all IKEA companies. The Digital Lab is right now looking for a Standards Leader. 

As a Standards Leader in the IKEA Digital Lab, you will drive standardization work within and outside IKEA, doing strategic forecasts for technology. You will also work with early digital IPR and you will be a contact person for IKEA towards technology universities in the field of spatial computing, computer graphics software and hardware. 

The Standards Leader within the area of Computer Graphics and 3D is someone who acts as a connection between IKEA needs and possible technical standards available on the market. That someone who can evaluate and explore real-time customer experience technology into possible support solutions. You will be part of a team investigating and evaluating new technologies towards IKEA’s needs while building a global network of innovators, universities and research and development environments.   

Examples of responsibilities in this role could be:
Establish standards for the development and use of digital applications or programming interfaces across IKEA in work areas within media, graphics, information and communication technologies connected to IKEA pre/post sale services; and in alignment with existing open source standardizations from organizations such as the Khronos Group, the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI), and the International Communication Institute (ITU), World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) among others. 
 
Explore possible new/future digital technologies, foresee business opportunities and applications across IKEA, as well as the strategic partnerships that would support in positioning IKEA at the forefront of these developments. 
 
Create targeted forecasting presentations for IKEA stakeholders to facilitate decision making, give a better strategic understanding of the global digital landscape, the opportunities it offers, its possible implications in consumer behaviour, production/communication standards and pre/post sales drivers. 
 
Align strategic 3rd party partners with the current and forecasted landscape to enable faster iteration, and speed of deliverables. 
 
Collaborate with IKEA Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) department to set a strategy and execution of longer-term patent goals and deliverables. 
 
Support the IPR department with threat analysis, highlight problem areas and in filing business critical patents of current and future, mid/long-term pre/post sales service offering from IKEA. 
 
Promote IKEA at various industry events, forums or tech conferences. 
 
Contribute to the knowledge transfer and technical expertise in projects. 
 
Build a network of external partners and internal stakeholders. 

This is a 12 months temporary contract.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Co-Create Community manager, Ellen Ferm at +46768316050. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Specialist, Rasika Carlson +46 70 962 44 34.
The last day to send in your application is 2019-10-25.

We are really looking forward to your application! Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

The Digital Area is set up to connect, enable and support all IKEA Communications Areas with IT systems and tools to create, produce and deliver communication in the smartest, most automated and cost efficient way possible. 

The Digital Lab is part of the Digital Area and drives the digital development and innovation work in the spatial computing area for all IKEA companies. The Digital Lab is right now looking for a Game Developer with knowledge within XR Development. At IKEA we call this position a Technical Developer.

In this position at the IKEA Digital Lab you will use your technical expertise to explore, evaluate and transfer innovation insights. 

You are someone with an innovative mind and lateral thinking. Someone who thinks virtual worlds are cool but helping real people is even better. You know why robots and pie go well together and why point clouds on a sunny day do not matter at all.

Your main responsibilities will be to: 
Explore and evaluate new technology and its possibility to improve IKEA customer and co-worker experience  
Develop real-time 3D applications to serve as inspiring proof of concepts 
Collaborate with external experts and innovators in explorations of technical solutions  
Collect and share expertise with IKEA stakeholders Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now, we’re setting up the Assignment Development Team within Product Pictures & Films as part of Product Communication and we are looking for a 3D Artist.

The Assignment Development Team will help lead the Product Communication development agenda with a customer-centric mind-set and the aim of strengthening the IKEA brand with a positive impact of the business, always ready for the needs of tomorrow.

As a 3D Artist you will be responsible for securing a lean and effective production of high quality photo realistic 3D Images and films. This will include delivering in time with high quality, at low cost and with a strong commitment in creating the most efficient working situation. You will lead and develop our internal and external 3D suppliers and artists, and also contribute to the decision of production methods for images and films and keep up-to-date with technical development and trends.

Examples of responsibilities in this role could be: 
To combine creativity, technology and story-telling, to produce high quality 3D images of products, room settings and environments, both still and motion that delivers to the brief and IKEA´s communication strategy
To optimize and find efficiencies within the processes
Leading by example and motivate to enhance concepts for maximizing output
To build for lean production, efficiency and automation. Up to date with new technology
Developing processes, tools, guidelines and WoW – raising the base line together with the team
Ensuring capacity for volume and scalability
Keeping up-to-date with new 3D, animation and image processing techniques and trends, and adopt early
To perform basic editing and retouching when needed, such as cropping, colour correction and other specialized effects
Compile and store all images and scenes in accordance to the set guidelines, frame work and technical pipeline
Building and maintaining good professional relationships and close cooperation with the project team, partners and assignors
To use IKEA values as a basis in the daily work Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now, we’re setting up Assignment Development Team within Product Pictures & Films as part of Product Communication and are looking for a Technical Artist.

The team will help lead the Product Communication development agenda with a customer-centric mind-set and the aim of strengthening the IKEA brand with a positive impact of the business, always ready for the needs of tomorrow.

As a Technical Artist you will be responsible for setting pre-requisites for a lean and effective volume production of high-quality photo realistic 3D Images, designing and implementing technical tools and processes. You are responsible for securing 3D related assets in the production flow leading to; delivering on time in high quality, at low cost and with a strong commitment in creating the most efficient workflow. You combine creativity and technology to enable large volume production of high quality 3D images of products, room settings and environments, that delivers to the brief and IKEA´s communication strategy.

Examples of responsibilities in this role are: 
To drive performance and KPI towards lowering cost and time while maximizing output and quality
Working with lean production, efficiency and automation ensuring capacity for volume and scalability
Participating actively in dialogues regarding the production methods ways of working, based on technical pre-requisites
Building and maintaining good professional relationships and close cooperation with all co-workers in the project team
Compiling and storing scenes in accordance to the set guidelines, frame work and technical pipeline
Working to the template specification in production, preparing and checking 3D assets needed for volume production
Creating documentation for process and tool improvements
Testing new 3D scenes, tools and processes before implementation

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application in English the latest by 8th of October. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a skill assessment  and a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now, we’re setting up Assignment Development Team within Product Pictures & Films as part of Product Communication and are looking for a Technical Artist.

The team will help lead the Product Communication development agenda with a customer-centric mind-set and the aim of strengthening the IKEA brand with a positive impact of the business, always ready for the needs of tomorrow.

As a Technical Artist you will be responsible for setting pre-requisites for a lean and effective volume production of high-quality photo realistic 3D Images, designing and implementing technical tools and processes. You are responsible for securing 3D related assets in the production flow leading to; delivering on time in high quality, at low cost and with a strong commitment in creating the most efficient workflow. You combine creativity and technology to enable large volume production of high quality 3D images of products, room settings and environments, that delivers to the brief and IKEA´s communication strategy.

Examples of responsibilities in this role are: 
To drive performance and KPI towards lowering cost and time while maximizing output and quality
Working with lean production, efficiency and automation ensuring capacity for volume and scalability
Participating actively in dialogues regarding the production methods ways of working, based on technical pre-requisites
Building and maintaining good professional relationships and close cooperation with all co-workers in the project team
Compiling and storing scenes in accordance to the set guidelines, frame work and technical pipeline
Working to the template specification in production, preparing and checking 3D assets needed for volume production
Creating documentation for process and tool improvements
Testing new 3D scenes, tools and processes before implementation Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now, we’re setting up Assignment Development Team within Product Pictures & Films as part of Product Communication and are looking for a Technical Artist.

The team will help lead the Product Communication development agenda with a customer-centric mind-set and the aim of strengthening the IKEA brand with a positive impact of the business, always ready for the needs of tomorrow.

As a Technical Artist you will be responsible for setting pre-requisites for a lean and effective volume production of high-quality photo realistic 3D Images, designing and implementing technical tools and processes. You are responsible for securing 3D related assets in the production flow leading to; delivering on time in high quality, at low cost and with a strong commitment in creating the most efficient workflow. You combine creativity and technology to enable large volume production of high quality 3D images of products, room settings and environments, that delivers to the brief and IKEA´s communication strategy.

Examples of responsibilities in this role are: 
To drive performance and KPI towards lowering cost and time while maximizing output and quality
Working with lean production, efficiency and automation ensuring capacity for volume and scalability
Participating actively in dialogues regarding the production methods ways of working, based on technical pre-requisites
Building and maintaining good professional relationships and close cooperation with all co-workers in the project team
Compiling and storing scenes in accordance to the set guidelines, frame work and technical pipeline
Working to the template specification in production, preparing and checking 3D assets needed for volume production
Creating documentation for process and tool improvements
Testing new 3D scenes, tools and processes before implementation Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?
The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now, we’re setting up the Assignment Development Team within Product Pictures & Films as part of Product Communication and we are looking for a 3D Artist.

The Assignment Development Team will help lead the Product Communication development agenda with a customer-centric mind-set and the aim of strengthening the IKEA brand with a positive impact of the business, always ready for the needs of tomorrow.

As a 3D Artist you will be responsible for securing a lean and effective production of high quality photo realistic 3D Images and films. This will include delivering in time with high quality, at low cost and with a strong commitment in creating the most efficient working situation. You will lead and develop our internal and external 3D suppliers and artists, and also contribute to the decision of production methods for images and films and keep up-to-date with technical development and trends.

Examples of responsibilities in this role could be
To combine creativity, technology and story-telling, to produce high quality 3D images of products, room settings and environments, both still and motion that delivers to the brief and IKEA´s communication strategy
To optimize and find efficiencies within the processes
Leading by example and motivate to enhance concepts for maximizing output
To build for lean production, efficiency and automation. Up to date with new technology
Developing processes, tools, guidelines and WoW – raising the base line together with the team
Ensuring capacity for volume and scalability
Keeping up-to-date with new 3D, animation and image processing techniques and trends, and adopt early
To perform basic editing and retouching when needed, such as cropping, colour correction and other specialized effects
Compile and store all images and scenes in accordance to the set guidelines, frame work and technical pipeline
Building and maintaining good professional relationships and close cooperation with the project team, partners and assignors
To use IKEA values as a basis in the daily work

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application in English the latest by 8th of October. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a skillassessment  and a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost.

The Range Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users for all range communication assignments related to IKEA’s communication plans. Range communication assignments includes but is not limited to: 4 Launches; IKEA catalogue/s; Digital platforms communication; range collections; brochures; home furnishing communication, News; Key Businesses; cross HFB topics; among others.

We’re now looking for an Assignment Manager to lead and develop business and people together, managing all global communication assignments within the Range Communication area, leading to a positive impact of the business and strengthening the IKEA brand.

As Assignment Manager you will… 
Lead and develop sustainable communication assignments securing a conceptual approach and deliverables for all target groups and channels that delivers to IKEA's priorities and its long-term ambitions
Co-create and delivers to the ONE IKEA Communication Plan; and caters for both current and future demands through leading the operational assignment planning and oversee all actions are in line with the above ambitions; ensuring end-to-end accountability of the specific communication assignment; from plan to excellence in execution according to the assignment plan.
Define and secure the appropriate talent for the assignments requirements are allocated to a high-performing core team. Ensuring the right talent is assigned to the right project task through collaboration with allocation management.
Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by contributing to the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the costumer journey and consumer experiences through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Secure that decisions and insights for ideation, creation, production and delivery of communication are fact based, delivering better market relevant communication for the end-consumer, strengthening IKEA to reach many more of the many people.
Secure excellent cross-function collaboration and good relations with assignors, partners and internal/external stakeholders.
Lead and manage people in order for them to develop and deliver within their assignment as high performing teams, securing the necessary short/long- term development, recruitment and succession plans in the assignment.
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture; together with the development of the IKEA Communications Business & People agenda; and in cross collaboration with assignors, internal areas and external partners.
Create pre-conditions and secure a healthy, trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the budget and connected performance indicators to secure the delivery of assignments and business priorities within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Challenge current ways of working and take responsibility in securing a continuous development and innovation of optimal communication methods, tools, processes and solutions.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English.Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden (During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up an Allocation function to support the Assignment and Competence Areas in IKEA Communications, and we are looking for an Allocation Manager.   

The Allocation team is a new setup to support the IKEA Communications projects with efficient ways of making conscious choices of internal and external competences into high performing versatile teams, delivering to all project needs and expectations.

The Allocation manager holds the responsibility to set up new ways of working, collaborations, development of supporting tools and much more to make this function a success. It will be an assignment with big impact on our ability to deliver to high quality at lowest cost..

As an Allocation Manager you will…
Develop a resource allocation competence base by mapping internal/external capabilities, in alignment with assignment demands and priorities; and in close collaboration with assignment & competence areas.
Collaborate closely with assignment & competence areas to define and set clear expectations on the level of competence expertise required to meet and deliver to assignment needs.
Conduct forward-looking competence assessments to identify competence needs in potential new assignment demands currently outside the organization’s scope and competitive offer.
Explore and evaluate multiple team set-up possibilities/alternatives from the competence base, identifying the best possible outcomes of high performing teams and/or team constellations that are best suited to meet the competence needs of incoming assignments.
Optimise the utilization of internal and external resources aiming for cost-efficiencies and lowest price impact for the end-consumer.
Contribute to the development of assignment and competence areas by providing regular data and reports that share insights into competence availability, potential instances of underutilization, capacity forecast and competence gaps for ongoing/upcoming assignments.
Lead the development and standardization of management tools and best practices that support the optimization of resource allocation activities and monitoring capabilities.
Collaborate closely with assignment and competence areas to ensure consistent and accurate reporting of billable hours in projects via the established financial reporting tools.
Secure excellent cross-function collaboration and good relations with assignors, partners and internal/external stakeholders.
Lead and manage a team of specialist within allocation in order for them to develop and deliver within their assignment as high performing individuals, securing the necessary short/long- term development, recruitment and succession plans.
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture; together with the development of the IKEA Communications Business & People agenda; and in cross collaboration with assignors, internal areas and external partners.
Create pre-conditions for a healthy, trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Establish performance indicators that help drive the area’s strategic, creative and/or development goals, as well as provide insights that can contribute to the continuous development of high performing teams and competences.
Manage closely the budget and connected performance indicators to secure the delivery of assignments and business priorities within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Challenge current ways of working and take lead in securing a continuous development and innovation of optimal tools, processes and solutions.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.(During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost.

The Product Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users and end-to-end accountability for all product communication assignments to make the product sellable, connected to IKEA communication plans. Product communication assignment includes but is not limited to product: pictures; films; stories/text; 3D models & conversion; assembly & advising instructions; law & warning; on-package design; in-store material; among others.

We’re now looking for a Product Communication Manager to lead and develop business and people together, managing all global communication assignments within the Product Communication area, leading to a positive impact of the business and strengthening the IKEA brand.

As Product Communication Manager you will…
Lead and develop a sustainable communication assignment agenda that delivers to IKEA Communications’ priorities and its long-term ambitions; co-creates and delivers to the ONE IKEA Communication Plan; and caters for both current and future demands.
Develop frameworks for managing communication assignment portfolios.
Scope new opportunities, partnerships, potential innovations, process integrations and/or digital transformations that create long-term value for IKEA Communications and further strengthens its value proposition towards our business stakeholders, partners and customers.
Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by leading the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the costumer journey and consumer experiences through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Secure that decisions and insights for ideation, creation, production and delivery of communication are fact based, delivering better market relevant communication for the end-consumer, strengthening IKEA to reach many more of the many people.
Develop an up-to-date external network of existing partners and industry leading sources that can be brought in at any time to complement internal capabilities and/or competence needs.
Secure excellent cross-function collaboration and good relations with assignors, partners and internal/external stakeholders.
Lead and develop managers and co-workers in order for them to deliver within their assignment as high performing individuals, securing the necessary short/long- term development, recruitment and succession plans in the Product Communication area.
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture; together with the development of the IKEA Communications Business & People agenda; and in cross collaboration with assignors, internal areas and external partners.
Create pre-conditions for a healthy, trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Establish performance indicators that help drive the area’s strategic, creative and/or development goals, as well as provide insights that can contribute to the continuous development of high performing teams and competences.
Manage closely the budget and connected performance indicators to secure the delivery of assignments and business priorities within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Challenge current ways of working and take lead in securing a continuous development and innovation of optimal communication methods, tools, processes and solutions.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English.Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden. (During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up the Ideation & Design Competence Area in IKEA Communications, and we are looking for an Art Direction Manager.    

The Competence Area Ideation & Design will support IKEA Communications with world-class format-independent creative communication competences with deep knowledge in tone of voice and visual identity. Integrating innovative production techniques as a source of inspiration into the ideation phase, leading to more impactful communication at lower cost.

As a Competence Manager for Art Directors you will part your time between delivering your creative expertise as Art Director in projects and leading a smaller team.

When leading the team and develop the competence you will:
Lead and manage people in order for them to perform and deliver within their assignment as high-performing individuals.
Encourage co-workers to be in the lead of their own development, keeping up-to-date with competence demands, technical capabilities, technological advancements, consumer trends and Life at Home insights.
Ensure the continuous development of the co-worker’s creative, specialist and/or technical expertise to remain ahead of the organization’s competence needs within art direction.
Create and secure a development plan for the competence area; ensuring activities are executed according to and in alignment with the organization’s competence development roadmap.
Work with mutual alignment and responsibility with other managers within the competence area as well as other stakeholders within the organisation.
Develop and maintain a strong external network within art direction to secure freelance and recruitment needs.
Contribute to the necessary recruitment and competence succession plans.
Challenge current ways of working, enabling co-workers to take lead in exploring new creative heights and production methods that lead to more impactful and relevant customer experiences.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden. (During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Project Operations is one of and we are looking for a Production Leader Competence Manager.    

Project Operations will support projects at IKEA Communications with specialist format-independent competences leading, managing, facilitating and supporting tailor-made creative teams in the different phases of ideation, creation, and development of communication. Continuously improving and simplifying the overall communication development process from end-to-end with seamless handovers and excellence in planning and securing quality, time and cost with strong competence in project management, tools and frameworks.

Project Leaders will be one of the competence areas in Project Operations.

The Competence Area of Project Leaders will support IKEA Communications with specialist competences in project leadership. 

As a Competence Manager you will…
Create and secure a long- and short-term development plan for the competence area, ensuring activities are executed according to and in alignment with the organization’s competence development roadmap.
Ensure the continuous development of the co-worker’s project/production management expertise to remain ahead of the organization’s competence needs.
Work closely with building bridges between creation and production operations, taking an active role in different stages of production, securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Partner with assignment areas and relevant stakeholders to further clarify assignment and competence needs, securing the creative work translates into the expected outcome (regardless of format).
Develop and maintain a strong external network with project leaders or similar competences within the field.
Scope for potential new capabilities and/or external partnerships associated with the competence area that can be brought in to further strengthen IKEA Communications expertise and long-term value.
Contribute to the necessary movements to remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends and digital/technological competitive landscape.
Manage the necessary recruitment and succession plans to meet the organization’s competence demands, both short- and long-term.
Lead and manage people in order for them to perform and deliver within their assignment as high-performing individuals.
Encourage co-workers to be in the lead of their own development, keeping up-to-date with new/latest competence demands, technical capabilities, technological advancements, consumer trends and Life at Home insights.
Create pre-conditions for a trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the connected performance indicators to secure delivery within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture that support the entrepreneurial spirit and professional development of leaders and co-workers alike.
Challenge current ways of working, enabling co-workers to take lead in exploring new creative heights and production methods that lead to more impactful and relevant customer experiences.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you! Due to the summer vacation time, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer.

We look forward to receiving your application, in English, Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we're looking for an Information Security Specialist (with Data Privacy (IS/DP) focus), that someone who will support the implementation of IS/DP guidelines and coordinating actions with our different business areas.

How would you do it!?

You will support  and improve the building of an overall risk awareness and compliance with internal IKEA and external legal demands for IS/DP. This role is new in several perspectives with the increasing IS/DP responsibilities following GDPR and internal requirements.

In the role you will:
Responsible for providing a proactive support to the business in IKEA Communications with focus on Information Security awareness.
Be part of the proactive Safety & Security work in all work environments at IKEA Communications identifying existing and emerging risks and minimizing the impact of these within the scope of work.
Work closely with Business Solution organisation within Inter IKEA and the group IS/DP team Range & Supply to support that Information Security and Data Privacy regulations and requirements are followed as intended by stakeholders.
Secure a desired and consistent level of IS/DP via regular audits, inspections, follow-up and training.
Complete relevant reporting, including incident reporting. Conduct analysis of incident trends on a regular basis, reporting to line management and to matrix reporting line.
Work together with the Safety & Security Manager Range and Supply Northern Europe through line manager to ensure that Inter - IKEA standards, Range & Supply Risk Management frameworks as well as legal demands are followed. Where appropriate, being in direct contact with authorities. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Project Operations is one of and we are looking for a Production Leader Competence Manager.    

Project Operations will support projects at IKEA Communications with specialist format-independent competences leading, managing, facilitating and supporting tailor-made creative teams in the different phases of ideation, creation, and development of communication. Continuously improving and simplifying the overall communication development process from end-to-end with seamless handovers and excellence in planning and securing quality, time and cost with strong competence in project management, tools and frameworks.

Production Leaders will be one of the competence areas in Project Operations.

The Competence Area of Production Leaders will support IKEA Communications with specialist competences in production leadership.

As a Competence Manager you will…
 Create and secure a yearly development plan for the competence area; ensuring activities are executed according to and in alignment with the organization’s competence development roadmap.
 Ensure the continuous development of the co-worker’s project/production management expertise to remain ahead of the organization’s competence needs.
Work with mutual alignment and responsibility with other managers within the same competence area.
 Partner with assignment areas and relevant stakeholders to clarify expectations and evaluate the project’s successes/challenges, identifying competence gaps and capturing learnings that can be adopted to improve outcomes in next/future assignments.
Develop and maintain a strong external network with productions leaders or similar competences within the field.
Work closely with building bridges between creation and production operations, taking an active role in different stages of production, securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Ensure all actions are in line with existing frameworks, organizational guidelines and/or legal requirements.
Contribute to the necessary movements to remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends and digital/technological competitive landscape.
Lead and manage people in order for them to perform and deliver within their assignment as high-performing individuals.
Encourage co-workers to be in the lead of their own development, keeping up-to-date with new/latest competence demands, technical capabilities, technological advancements, consumer trends and Life at Home insights.
Create pre-conditions for a trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Follow-up closely the development goals, both on team and individual level.
Manage closely the connected performance indicators and progress of the different projects to secure delivery within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Challenge current ways of working and take lead in securing a continuous development and innovation of optimal processes, solutions, production methods and tools within the competence area. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Project Operations is one of and we are looking for a Production Leader Competence Manager.    

Project Operations will support projects at IKEA Communications with specialist format-independent competences leading, managing, facilitating and supporting tailor-made creative teams in the different phases of ideation, creation, and development of communication. Continuously improving and simplifying the overall communication development process from end-to-end with seamless handovers and excellence in planning and securing quality, time and cost with strong competence in project management, tools and frameworks.

Project Leaders will be one of the competence areas in Project Operations.

The Competence Area of Project Leaders will support IKEA Communications with specialist competences in project leadership. 

As a Competence Manager you will…
Create and secure a long- and short-term development plan for the competence area, ensuring activities are executed according to and in alignment with the organization’s competence development roadmap.
Ensure the continuous development of the co-worker’s project/production management expertise to remain ahead of the organization’s competence needs.
Work closely with building bridges between creation and production operations, taking an active role in different stages of production, securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Partner with assignment areas and relevant stakeholders to further clarify assignment and competence needs, securing the creative work translates into the expected outcome (regardless of format).
Develop and maintain a strong external network with project leaders or similar competences within the field.
Scope for potential new capabilities and/or external partnerships associated with the competence area that can be brought in to further strengthen IKEA Communications expertise and long-term value.
Contribute to the necessary movements to remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends and digital/technological competitive landscape.
Manage the necessary recruitment and succession plans to meet the organization’s competence demands, both short- and long-term.
Lead and manage people in order for them to perform and deliver within their assignment as high-performing individuals.
Encourage co-workers to be in the lead of their own development, keeping up-to-date with new/latest competence demands, technical capabilities, technological advancements, consumer trends and Life at Home insights.
Create pre-conditions for a trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the connected performance indicators to secure delivery within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture that support the entrepreneurial spirit and professional development of leaders and co-workers alike.
Challenge current ways of working, enabling co-workers to take lead in exploring new creative heights and production methods that lead to more impactful and relevant customer experiences.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English with your portfolio, Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden. (During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

At IKEA Communications we are setting up a new organisational structure to lead the next generation IKEA communications from assignment management through creation and production to content made available to IKEA to use.

We’re now looking for a Business Navigation & Finance Manager who can facilitate a strong performance culture and lead with insights in order to identify business potentials and enable innovation. You will also steer the business through the strategic landscape, taking lead in fact based decision-making and supporting with tools, insights and recommendations to enable goal achievements and financial control.     

As a Business Navigation & Finance Manager will steering business through the strategic landscape, taking lead in fact based decision-making and supporting with tools, insights and recommendations, enable goal achievements and customer satisfaction.    

 You will:
Enable business development by being an active partner in business and action planning; securing that business intelligence is analysed and acted upon, identifying potentials and risks in and around the business, taking lead in budgeting and financial planning and exploring the future by building scenarios and contingency plans.
Secure conditions for a long term profitable business by navigating and steering towards set goals and within financial frames.
Be responsible for financial planning, record keeping and reporting, adherence to power of authority (POA) structure and common chart of accounts (CCA) and accurate accounting, budgeting and resource planning. Responsible for securing and reporting accurate and compliant accounted results.
Be responsible for securing compliance to accounting and tax laws and legal rules and standards. Ensure governance and compliance with local laws (in the area of Finance, Tax and Administration) as well as IKEA internal rules and guidelines (i.e. Code of Conduct). Act as the contact person to external authorities (tax, legal, government, etc.) in case of enquiries or inspections.
Be responsible for securing the operative flow of the yearly and monthly closing of the book process.
Lead business performance management; lead the translation of business plans into goals and budgets and steer towards a balanced totality, secure timely, accurate, relevant and understandable performance and financial reporting and follow-up and lead fact based decision making.
Facilitate a strong performance culture where navigation is pro-active towards clear goals and budgets, deviations are detected early and acted upon and where business and financial insights reach the right receivers at the right time.
Secure overall implementation and compliance to processes and ways of working by securing governance structure, deviations handling, meeting calendar and year cycle in the unit.
Lead project portfolio management, to ensure right priorities in relation to business plan ambitions and balanced resource planning.
Be responsible for communicating business results, financial results and goal achievement in a clear and inspiring way, making business analysis available and actionable and for working actively with raising overall business and financial understanding in the unit.
Be overall responsible for risk management, safety & security, maintenance and overall process implementation and compliance
Recruit, develop and secure succession of Business navigation and finance co-workers.
Create pre-conditions for a trustful and secure learning environment that supports the continuous development of co-workers.
Secure a healthy and well balanced working environment that enables co-worker engagement, team spirit and togetherness. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Media Studios is one of and we are looking for a Publishing Manager.    

Media Studios will support projects at IKEA Communications with specialist format-independent creative production competences through passion in present and new production methods. Embracing development on the factory floor with an iterative and circular flow, striving for additional creative height at lower cost.

Publishing will be one of the competence areas in Media Studios.

The Competence Area of Publishing will support IKEA Communications with specialist competences in publishing on our defined online and offline platforms. The assignment is to ensure that our content is received by our markets or print suppliers in easy to use final formats.

As a Publishing Manager you will…
Create and secure a long- and short-term development plan for the competence area, ensuring activities are executed according to and in alignment with the organization’s competence development roadmap.
Ensure the continuous development of the co-worker’s creative, specialist and/or technical expertise to remain ahead of the organization’s competence needs.
Work closely with building bridges between creation and production operations, taking an active role in different stages of production, securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Partner with assignment areas and relevant stakeholders to further clarify assignment and competence needs, securing the creative work translates into the expected outcome (regardless of format).
Develop and maintain a strong external network with other specialists within the field.
Scope for potential new capabilities and/or external partnerships associated with the competence area that can be brought in to further strengthen IKEA Communications expertise and long-term value.
Contribute to the necessary movements to remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends and digital/technological competitive landscape.
Manage the necessary recruitment and succession plans to meet the organization’s competence demands, both short- and long-term.
Lead and manage people in order for them to perform and deliver within their assignment as high-performing individuals.
Encourage co-workers to be in the lead of their own development, keeping up-to-date with new/latest competence demands, technical capabilities, technological advancements, consumer trends and Life at Home insights.
Create pre-conditions for a trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the connected performance indicators to secure delivery within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture that support the entrepreneurial spirit and professional development of leaders and co-workers alike.
Challenge current ways of working, enabling co-workers to take lead in exploring new creative heights and production methods that lead to more impactful and relevant customer experiences. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost. 

The Projects & Campaigns Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users and end-to-end accountability taking on agile, small and/or big communication assignments for new business, market specific, projects and/or campaigns outside the range & product communication scope. Projects & Campaigns communication assignment includes but is not limited to: New business, market specific communication; campaigns, Trademark user support for the conception, creation and production of brand related material among others.

We’re now looking for a Projects & Campaigns Manager to lead and develop business and people together, managing all global communication assignments within the Range Communication area, leading to a positive impact of the business and strengthening the IKEA brand.

As Project & Campaigns Manager you will…
Lead a sustainable communication assignment agenda that delivers to IKEA Communications' priorities and long-term ambitions, as well as the current and future demands of the ONE IKEA Communication Plan.
Develop frameworks for managing communication assignment portfolios.
Secure new opportunities, partnerships, potential innovations, process integrations and/or digital transformations that create long-term value for IKEA Communications and further strengthen its value proposition with our business stakeholders, partners and customers.
 Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by leading the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the consumer journey and experience through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Ensure that decisions made are fact-based and insight-led, in order to deliver better and more market-relevant communication for the consumer.
Develop and maintain an external network of partners that can complement internal capabilities and/or competence needs.
Drive excellent cross-function collaboration.
Lead and manage managers and co-workers in creating an inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports our co-workers’ continuous competence development and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the budget and associated performance indicators to secure successful delivery of assignments. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Media Studio will be one of them, and we are looking for a Media Studio Manager.    

Media Studio will support projects at IKEA Communications with specialist format-independent creative production competences through passion in present and new production methods.Embracing development on the factory floor with an iterative and circular flow, striving for additional creative height at lower cost.

As a Media Studio Manager you will…
Translate vision, strategies and business direction into clear actionable long- and short-term development plans that meet the organisation’s competence needs creative production .
Lead the necessary transformational changes to match and remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends, and the digital/technological competitive landscape.
Manage closely the development of leadership capabilities of Competence Managers.
Support the Competence Managers with overseeing and following up on budget, sales of hours, overall recruitments and MCR processes, Business & People updates etc.
Develop frameworks for managing competence portfolios and talent pools with creative, specialist and/or technical expertise, delivering new ideas, concepts and designs across different competence areas (e.g. photography, 3D, studio, print/web publishing, among others).
Develop frameworks for how we balance in-house capacity between internal & external competences of current and future competence capabilities.
Synergise creation and production operations, creating insights and knowledge around present and new production methods for improved creativity and cost efficiency, as well as develop a factory floor mindset with an iterative and circular flow, striving for additional creative height at lower cost.
Securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Contribute to the design of career paths that support the development of top-performing competences.
Participate and contribute in facilitating competence exchanges across IKEA/IKEA Communications external partners and industry leading organisations.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.(During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Right now we are setting up three Competence Areas in IKEA Communications. Ideation & Design will be one of them, and we are looking for an Ideation & Design Manager.    

Ideation & Design will support IKEA Communications with world-class format-independent creative communication competences through deep knowledge in tone of voice and visual identity. Integrating innovative production techniques as a source of inspiration into the ideation phase, leading to more impactful communication at a lower cost.

As an Ideation & Design Manager you will…
Translate vision, strategies and business direction into clear actionable long- and short-term development plans that meet the organisation’s competence needs in creative expertise like graphic design, art direction, copywriting, UX etc.
Lead the necessary transformational changes to match and remain at the forefront of today’s best practices, industry trends, and the digital/technological competitive landscape.
Manage closely the development of leadership capabilities of Competence Managers.
Support the Competence Managers with overseeing and following up on budget, sales of hours, overall recruitments and MCR processes, Business & People updates etc.
Develop frameworks for managing competence portfolios and talent pools with creative, specialist and/or technical expertise, delivering new ideas, concepts and designs across different competence areas (e.g. art direction, copywriting, multimedia design, among others).
Develop frameworks for how we balance in-house capacity between internal & external competences of current and future competence capabilities.
Synergise creation and production operations, creating insights and knowledge around present and new production methods for improved creativity and cost efficiency, as well as develop a factory floor mindset with an iterative and circular flow, striving for additional creative height at lower cost.
Securing clarity of roles and responsibilities within the competence area.
Contribute to the design of career paths that support the development of top-performing competences.
Participate and contribute in facilitating competence exchanges across IKEA/IKEA Communications, external partners and industry leading organisations.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!

We look forward to receiving your application, in English. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.(During the summer vacation, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer, thanks for the understanding)

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost.

The Range Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users for all range communication assignments related to IKEA’s communication plans. Range communication assignments includes but is not limited to: 4 Launches; IKEA catalogue/s; Digital platforms communication; range collections; brochures; home furnishing communication, News; Key Businesses; cross HFB topics; among others 

We’re now looking for Assignment Leaders to lead and develop communication assignments with an end-to-end accountability; plan, create, produce, deliver and follow-up the agreed result connected to IKEA directions, strategies and communication plans.

As Assignment Leader you will…
Lead a sustainable communication assignment agenda that delivers to IKEA Communications’ priorities and long-term ambitions, as well as the current and future demands of the ONE IKEA Communication Plan.
Develop frameworks for managing communication assignment portfolios.
Secure new opportunities, partnerships, potential innovations, process integrations and/or digital transformations that create long-term value for IKEA Communications and further strengthen its value proposition with our business stakeholders, partners and customers.
Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by leading the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the consumer journey and experience through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Ensure that decisions made are fact-based and insight-led, in order to deliver better and more market-relevant communication for the consumer.
Develop and maintain an external network of partners that can complement internal capabilities and/or competence needs.
Drive excellent cross-function collaboration.
Lead and manage managers and co-workers in creating an inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports our co-workers’ continuous competence development and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the budget and associated performance indicators to secure successful delivery of assignments.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you! Due to the summer vacation time, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer.

We look forward to receiving your application, in English, Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost.

The Range Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users for all range communication assignments related to IKEA’s communication plans. Range communication assignments includes but is not limited to: 4 Launches; IKEA catalogue/s; Digital platforms communication; range collections; brochures; home furnishing communication, News; Key Businesses; cross HFB topics; among others.

We’re now looking for an Assignment Manager to lead and develop business and people together, managing all global communication assignments within the Range Communication area, leading to a positive impact of the business and strengthening the IKEA brand.

As Assignment Manager you will… 
Lead and develop sustainable communication assignments securing a conceptual approach and deliverables for all target groups and channels that delivers to IKEA's priorities and its long-term ambitions
Co-create and delivers to the ONE IKEA Communication Plan; and caters for both current and future demands through leading the operational assignment planning and oversee all actions are in line with the above ambitions; ensuring end-to-end accountability of the specific communication assignment; from plan to excellence in execution according to the assignment plan.
Define and secure the appropriate talent for the assignments requirements are allocated to a high-performing core team. Ensuring the right talent is assigned to the right project task through collaboration with allocation management.
Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by contributing to the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the costumer journey and consumer experiences through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Secure that decisions and insights for ideation, creation, production and delivery of communication are fact based, delivering better market relevant communication for the end-consumer, strengthening IKEA to reach many more of the many people.
Secure excellent cross-function collaboration and good relations with assignors, partners and internal/external stakeholders.
Lead and manage people in order for them to develop and deliver within their assignment as high performing teams, securing the necessary short/long- term development, recruitment and succession plans in the assignment.
Be a change driver for creating an ideas and feedback culture; together with the development of the IKEA Communications Business & People agenda; and in cross collaboration with assignors, internal areas and external partners.
Create pre-conditions and secure a healthy, trustful, inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports the co-worker’s continuous competence development, leadership capabilities and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the budget and connected performance indicators to secure the delivery of assignments and business priorities within the agreed frames (quality, time, costs).
Challenge current ways of working and take responsibility in securing a continuous development and innovation of optimal communication methods, tools, processes and solutions.

This is a place where you can focus on doing what you love. There are no dress codes or closed offices. No day is ever the same. All ideas are welcome. Everyone tries to pitch in when needed, and failures are seen as a way of learning. When you enter our building, we want you to feel that you can inspire billions of people all over the world. 

Are you ready to make the world a little better, together? We want to hear from you!Due to the summer vacation time, our recruitment process will be a little bit longer.

We look forward to receiving your application, in English. Please note that this position is in Älmhult, Sweden.

We do not accept applications by e-mail. If you are one of the candidates we think have the required experience we will contact you by email or phone to plan a telephone interview. In some cases recruitment processes may take time, so we kindly ask you to be patient in this regard. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

What if you could inspire to make everyday life just a little bit better?

The answer is simple: You can. This is what motivates us at IKEA. We’re constantly searching to find new ways to be better. We use insights from real life at home all over the world, learning about the needs and dreams of people. We use our home furnishing knowledge to help inspire people with ideas and solutions that will help them live the life they want.

At IKEA Communications, we’re people-centric, have a passion for making great stuff, and we aim to be the best communication partner for the whole of IKEA. We work closely and together with our colleagues across IKEA, creating state-of-the-art communication at the lowest price. Located in Älmhult, Sweden, we’re a melting pot of many different nationalities and cultures. Because in order to make things better for the many, we want to involve people from all parts of the world. Nonetheless, we never forget our Swedish heritage that forms the backbone of who we are today.

We’re on the lookout for passionate doers, idea makers, creative thinkers - people who want to find answers to everyday problems in people’s lives, for society and the planet.

Do you also believe in celebrating the everyday life? Do you want to be part of making it happen from idea to paper or pixel? Then keep on reading.

Within IKEA Communications, four new Communication Assignment Areas have been set up with the purpose to lead and develop, with an end-to-end accountability, state of the art communication to the lowest possible cost.

The Range Communication Assignment Area will as IKEA’s communication partner, lead and develop a clear communication offer for all IKEA trademark users for all range communication assignments related to IKEA’s communication plans. Range communication assignments includes but is not limited to: 4 Launches; IKEA catalogue/s; Digital platforms communication; range collections; brochures; home furnishing communication, News; Key Businesses; cross HFB topics; among others 

We’re now looking for Assignment Leaders to lead and develop communication assignments with an end-to-end accountability; plan, create, produce, deliver and follow-up the agreed result connected to IKEA directions, strategies and communication plans.

As Assignment Leader you will…
Lead a sustainable communication assignment agenda that delivers to IKEA Communications' priorities and long-term ambitions, as well as the current and future demands of the ONE IKEA Communication Plan.
Develop frameworks for managing communication assignment portfolios.
Secure new opportunities, partnerships, potential innovations, process integrations and/or digital transformations that create long-term value for IKEA Communications and further strengthen its value proposition with our business stakeholders, partners and customers.
Meet the needs of today and tomorrow by leading the necessary transformational changes for the area to stay at the forefront of the consumer journey and experience through emerging new trends, technologies and communication methods.
Ensure that decisions made are fact-based and insight-led, in order to deliver better and more market-relevant communication for the consumer.
Develop and maintain an external network of partners that can complement internal capabilities and/or competence needs.
Drive excellent cross-function collaboration.
Lead and manage managers and co-workers in creating an inclusive, engaging and future-oriented learning environment that supports our co-workers’ continuous competence development and entrepreneurial spirit.
Manage closely the budget and associated performance indicators to secure successful delivery of assignments. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

Here it is. Your chance to capture the soul of IKEA Communications and share it with the many from the most influential small town in the world.

Please note this position is based in Älmhult, Sweden, temporary contract with 11 months.

Älmhult, Sweden is home to IKEA Communications AB, also known as ICOM. IKEA Communications produces content for IKEA.com, which is visited around 2.3 billion times a year. We're also behind the IKEA catalogue with a yearly circulation of around 230 million copies. On top of that, we churn out a ton of content for social media, not to mention motion media and 3D work so cutting edge that it makes the folks in California sit up and take notice. So what happens in Älmhult definitely doesn't stay in Älmhult. It reaches practically every corner of the globe.

As a Communication Specialist you will support the business with strategic communication, lead our PR & media agenda in close cooperation with the Range & Supply Press Office. You will also lead internal communications assignments within IKEA Communications in order to create co-worker engagement through easily understandable and accessible information.

You will operate in a dynamic environment, bridging between the overall IKEA strategy and hands-on operational execution.

In this role you will:
Contribute to strengthening the IKEA Communications brand by being part of the public dialogue and sharing how IKEA Communications contributes to the long-term positive development of IKEA, by creating and sharing content about IKEA Communications, business, innovation and people.
Work closely together with HR and leaders in change management to secure a structured and planned communication process to make co-workers feel involved and engaged. Be responsible for leading and implementing business priorities in IKEA Communications and across IKEA.
Manage and create content for our internal communications channels.
Define, plan, execute and follow up effective and strategic communication to ensure engagement.
Coach and advise leaders to plan and deliver effective and transparent communications as well as strengthen their leadership through communications.
Secure creation of presentations and communications material and contribute to developing our communications processes and channels. Visa mindre

IKEA Communications AB

Here it is. Your chance to join the proactive Safety & Security environment in the most influential small town in the world.

Can you reach out to the whole world, while working in a tranquil idyll in the middle of nowhere? In Älmhult you can.

Älmhult, Sweden, is home to IKEA Communications AB (aka ICOM). It’s the place where we produce IKEA.com, which attracts 2.3 billion visits a year. We’re also behind the IKEA catalogue with a yearly circulation of around 230 million copies. On top of that, we churn out a ton of content for social media – not to mention motion media and 3D work so cutting edge that it makes the folks in California sit up and take notice. So, what happens in Älmhult definitely doesn’t stay in Älmhult. It reaches practically every corner of the globe.

Right now we're looking for a Safety & Security Specialist (with Information Security and Data Privacy (IS/DP) focus), someone who leads the proactive safety and security work in the working environments of ICOM. Someone that supports the proactive safety & security work at ICOM with a focus on Information Security and Data Privacy risks (IS/DP). 

This role will be a coordinator for the co-workers that are responsible for implementing IS/DP at ICOM. 

This role is also new in several perspectives. Combining regular Safety & Security tasks with the increasing ISDP responsibilities following GDPR and internal requirements. How would you do it!?

As a Safety & Security Specialist (with IS/DP focus), you will ensure a healthy, safe and secure environment for visitors and co-workers, you will maintain an overall risk awareness, and you will also maintain compliance with internal IKEA and external legal demands.

In the role you will:
Responsible for providing a proactive support to the business in ICOM with focus on Safety & Security and Information Security awareness.
Work closely with Business Solution organisation within Inter IKEA and the group ISDP team Range & Supply to support that Information Security and Data Privacy regulations and requirements are followed as intended by stakeholders.
Be part of the proactive Safety & Security work in all work environments at ICOM identifying existing and emerging risks and minimizing the impact of these within the scope of work.
Secure a desired and consistent level of Safety & Security and Information Security Data Privacy via regular audits, inspections, follow-up and training.
Complete relevant reporting, including incident reporting. Conduct analysis of incident trends on a regular basis, reporting to line management and to matrix reporting line.
Work together with the Safety & Security Manager Range and Supply Northern Europe through line manager to ensure that Inter - IKEA standards, Range & Supply Risk Management frameworks as well as legal demands are followed. Where appropriate, being in direct contact with authorities. Visa mindre