"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.
Role Overview
IKEA’s Planning & Order Point in Dundee is looking for a Store Manager ready to take full command of the unit—an accomplished, commercially driven leader with the confidence, vision, and business acumen to inspire a high‑performing team, elevate results, and steer the entire operation with clarity, authenticity, and accountability.
Qualifications
- At least five years of proven experience leading teams, driving sales goals, and managing budgets.
- Business‑mindful, customer‑focused, and co‑worker‑focused with a strong collaborative team‑building mindset.
- Strong ability to build trust and communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic and operational skills, balancing efficiency, inspiration, and profitability.
- Experience creating targeted plans and budgets, and administering them effectively.
- Solid understanding of market intelligence data and insights.
- Committed to a customer‑first mindset that drives the team’s focus on customer experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Planning & Order Point in full compliance with internal regulations, external laws, and safety, security, and environmental standards.
- Monitor and analyse staff costs to maintain optimal staffing levels and meet budget targets.
- Promote a positive customer experience by fostering trust and emotional connections between co‑workers and customers.
- Collaborate with the main store to ensure the Planning & Order Point remains locally relevant through appropriate range presentation and communication.
- Analyse sales performance, develop action plans, and implement improvements.
- Support and develop co‑workers, recognising achievements and building succession.
Benefits
- Start date: 1st September 2026.
- Starting salary: £41,313 per annum, based on skills and experience.
- Hours: 39 hours per week, including evenings and alternate weekends.
- Flexible working arrangements may be discussed during the interview.
- 15 % IKEA discount and discount portal.
- Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions, and interest‑free loans.
- iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal.
- Free healthy meal option including salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks.
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 as valued members of the team.
