Unit Facilities Management Manager (Bristol)

Unit Facilities Management Manager (Bristol)

IKEA City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date: November 2025, can be discussed at the interview, based on notice period.
• Competitive starting salary of £42,000.00 per annum, based on competence and experience.
• 39 Hours working 5 days per week, including weekend working on a rotational basis.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 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.
• First Day Of School Paid Leave for Parents.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.

WHAT YOU\’LL NEED TO HAVE

• Curious on all things Facilities Management, a general knowledge to effectively deliver, organise, and follow up on ‘Hard’ and ‘Soft’ Facilities management services.
• You are open to new solutions while promoting sustainability and how it impacts aspects of facilities management, such as energy consumption, emissions, waste management, and chemical products.
• You are inspired by orchestrating people in an ever‑changing multi‑dimensional environment and are motivated by contributing to positive outcomes through collaboration and building relationships with stakeholders. You should be a Facilities Management expert in contract and supplier management and work order management for urgent, planned, and reactive maintenance.
• Established experience in people management skills, end‑to‑end project management skills and a background in retail Facilities Management. The ability to effectively oversee budget and supplier relations is another key requirement.

WHAT YOU\’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Manage the implementation of Ingka Facility Management (FM) within the store through the Unit FM team.
• Responsible for each property to be managed throughout its lifetime, including safety, compliance, maintenance, and improvement to ensure a safe and operational environment for the business, co‑workers, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure that co‑workers, service providers, and external partners have up‑to‑date awareness and understanding of all Facility Management frameworks, guidelines, and initiatives.
• Responsible for all activities related to asset management, long‑term planning, budget estimation, implementation, follow‑up, forecasting, and reporting within the Facility Management scope in the store.
• Implement and evaluate supplier contracts at the store level in alignment with internal governance structure for supplier contracts to improve efficiencies, costs, equipment, and quality.
• Provide effective leadership and support to your teams by inspiring and empowering every co‑worker to recognise and understand their contribution, whilst identifying and developing the many skills within the department to secure succession planning.

WE 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.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

• Please attach an updated CV and Cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will have a pre‑screening call where we can get to know you a little and answer any initial questions about the role.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a virtual interview.
• We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
• For any advice or support, email cheryl.craig@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!