Overview
Visual Merchandiser – Brighton
“You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.”
Employment Type: Full Time, Regular
Department: Communication & Interior Design
Number of Positions: 1
IKEA Brighton are looking to welcome a Visual Merchandiser to the new store team! In IKEA we call this a Visual Merchandising/Activity Co-worker.We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented individual to enhance our brand new store’s visual appeal and drive sales. As a Visual Merchandiser, you will be responsible for arranging merchandise to highlight key products and ensuring our store layout is both attractive and functional. If you have a passion for life at home, a keen eye for design, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!WHAT WE OFFER • The Start Date of employment will be 6th December• Starting salary of £27,775 based on competence and experience. • 39 Hours working 5 days per week, including every third weekend and occasional evening shift to meet business need.• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers. • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. • iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal . • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks . ..as well so much more! https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/ WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE • You have a qualification in a relevant creative field.• A working knowledge in design software such as Autodesk REVIT, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, is essential. • You are excited about home furnishings, design and how people live, and have the ability to use generate new ideas to inspire our customers. • You have a hands-on approach, feeling at ease working with various hand tools and comfortable working at heights.WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY • Use visual merchandising competence to strengthen the uniqueness of the IKEA identity in range presentation solutions in the store by working with store layout, range presentation and vitality.• Understanding the local market to plan and implement relevant, inspiring, affordable and commercial range presentation solutions that reflect a wide variety of styles, price levels, meet the many individual tastes and exceed our visitor’s expectations. • Collaborate with the Com&In team and other functions, act quickly to exploit commercial opportunities and understand the impact of actions on the financial results.• Working with the commercial calendar to implement range changes.Maintaining the shop floor/ensuring displays ready for customer to browse/hands on approachWE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV, cover letter and portfolio with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be given a pre-interview task and invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview to present this. • Candidates successful until this point will be invited to a second stage virtual interview with the functional manager.We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.For any advice or support, email beth.crombie@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
