Range Strategist - IKEA of Sweden
Range Strategist - IKEA of Sweden
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Are you ready to put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together
Then this is for you
In Core Business Range we have put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together. We have decided that we will focus simplify and concentrate going forward by placing the product in the center the core of our assignments.
In the Range strategy and Identity function within Core Business Range we have the task to define lead and develop the Range & Communication strategy and set the direction for Range and Product identity for our future range offer to deliver growth positioning and enable low cost. Core Business Range is led with the IKEA Range & Communication strategy in the center.
We are now looking for a strategist with a sharp and creative business mind to join our team in Range Strategy & Identity.
About the job
As Range Strategist your main responsibility is to lead and develop strategic range and business directions that will enable the transformation of the IKEA product range offer our Identity and that will serve as the guide for future range product and business development. In this role you will report to the Range strategy manager.
We expect you to be a dedicated ambassador and speaker for the Range and communication strategy and the IKEA Range identity. To give clarity inspire and support our many home furnishing businesses as well as organizations across the IKEA value chain with a close partnership and guidance in key strategic topics.
In our current portfolio you will find various projects connected to the transformation of IKEAs material agenda and the optimization of IKEA Home furnishing product offer as well as various initiatives with the purpose to identify future opportunities in life at home. Together we believe that we can turn new opportunities into value for the many and by that challenge ourselves and create a growing business for IKEA.
About you
To be successful in this role we believe that the following prerequisites are important:
- Selfdriven with a strong and positive can do attitude.
- Strong passion for people and a skilled collaborator
- Deep competence within range & product design and/or business strategy
- Strong ability to communicate inspire create clarity direction alignment and commitment across organizations
- Strong ability to lead in te unknown and in a complex environment
- Ability to turn insights into strategy and directions on a company level.
- Ability to develop ideas and concepts that will strengthen the IKEA Brand and make a positive difference in peoples life at home society and the world.
This is a fulltime permanent role based in lmhult.
The Range Strategist is critical role for the development of our business and hence we believe that your presence with the team and in our workspace the majority of the time is important.
Application and practicalities
To simplify and have good speed in the recruitment process you apply for the role by uploading the following to Smart Recruiters:
1.) Your CV;
2.) A separate document including your answers to these two questions:
What do you believe is your contribution to this position
What values and strengths will come through in your leadership
Please keep your answers short and concise.
Everyone is welcome to apply. Candidates with the best competence for the roles will be selected.
The last application date is December 31. Questions about the recruitment process can be answered by Recruiter Jonas Levin at For questions with regards to the role please contact Betina Tviis Larsson Range Strategy Manager at
Due to Christmas and New Years holiday we might be slow answering mail.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
