Interior Design Manager

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.

IKEA Southampton are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated Interior Design Manager. Are you a creative and strategic thinker with the ambition to deliver a new outstanding experience? Do you have the ability to inspire and surprise visitors through an exceptional visual impression? We want to hear from you!

For this role, we ask that you upload a Portfolio as part of the application process.

This role offers a salary starting from £33,000.00 per annum, final salary offer will be made based on skills and experience. 39 hours per week working 5 days over 7, including ad hoc weekends. Flexibility will be required at times to meet business needs.

• Lead and inspire the store Interior Design team to use knowledge of IKEA home furnishing and people's life at home to grow the business.
• Be Partner of the Store Management Team to stimulate and increase interest in home furnishing for all co-workers in the store.
• Be the creative leader by initiating and facilitating workshops to generate creative directions, able to follow and anticipate the consumer trends.
• Secure vitality and seasonality in the store by creating and implementing a store commercial calendar together with the store management team.
• Contribute with knowledge of people's Life at Home and consumer shopping behavior in the creation and implementation of the store business plan.
• Lead and challenge the Communication and Interior Design team to constantly take actions that exploit commercial opportunities both in the short and long term.

• You have experience in working in a design-orientated role, managing, inspiring, leading and developing people and creative processes, visual competence, including a keen eye for aesthetics.
• You have the ability to work in a fast-paced, future-oriented environment developing people and growing personal competence.
• You prioritise the work to meet the needs and expectations of store visitors and minimise disruption when working on the shop floor.
• You have knowledge in design software such as Autodesk REVIT, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.
• You have the ability to express ideas and opinions effectively through excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence and build effective relationships across all levels.
• You are passionate about people with the ability to lead, support and develop in a high performing environment.

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 people.

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. Please attach an updated CV and Portfolio with your application so we can get to know you better. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email me at ari.davies-ho4@Ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!