You see things a little differently. So do we. That’s why your values are more important to us than just what’s on your CV. Here, you’ll find positions that challenge you, let you explore your possibilities, and give you a chance to grow– from a position like this one based in Älmhult, Sweden, you never know where in the world a job with IKEA might take you!  Why not come see things a little differently together? 

Co-workers within Purchasing lead an exciting life! The mission is to develop business with suppliers in order to deliver IKEA products to our stores located around the world. The goal is to meet the price, quality and quantity expectations of our customers. In our Purchasing & Logistics Area we are working with suppliers in northern Europe and have offices in Älmhult, Kaunas, Moscow and Dortmund. 

You will be leading the engineering and quality implementation/industrialization of new products, as well as improvement of existing range to secure quality and compliance to all requirements. The scope will be both new and existing product, in close cooperation with product developers and suppliers. In the role as a Production Engineer you will secure scalability and implementation of new suppliers, as well as improving existing production. Compliance is a huge part of this assignment – both setting the requirements for the suppliers, verify documentation, product risk assessment etc. You will work in close cooperation with the suppliers to make sure that the product journey is seamless, from implantation until the first product is rolled out and through out the cooperation.

Product Engineer will be responsible for a variety of responsibilities as below: 

• Lead and involve the right resources in Purchasing to secure the product development projects are delivered on time, with quality and with full compliance. 
• Participate in Contract Review and lead implementation of product documentation connected to new articles as well as product improves at suppliers 
•  Contribute to the development projects and design/product risk analysis (FMEA) from a technical perspective (create phase in DPOP), with competence in construction, material, production, quality and customer expectations.
•  Actively identify, put forward and lead/execute Product Improvements with priority to satisfy customers, as well to utilize material and energy in an efficient way 

A holistic approach comes natural to you, but still, you know when to focus on details. Quality is never compromised in your world and you feel comfortable in a process-oriented approach. You’re an analytic problem solver, always considering the needs of the customers, suppliers and total value chain. Our reality is fast changing, this is something you thrive in and find energy in finding new solutions. You offer competence in project leadership and love a great cooperation.

We also believe you have:

• Deep knowledge of product development processes (e.g. DPOP, SDP, PDP) and technologies and/or Product Requirement & Compliance
• Experience of relevant production technologies and materials and working with Production & Product Risk Assessment (FMEA)
• Experience from the graphical industry with print competence
• Understanding of customers' needs and expectations towards the key and secondary functions of different products (e.g. safety, durability, ergonomics etc.).
• Good grasp of total supply chain and Total Cost.
• Fluent English communication skills both in written and speaking. 

This position is based in Älmhult, Sweden. The selection process will take place continuously, so please send in your application as soon as possible. If you have questions regarding the role please contact Hiring Manager, Pavel Novák via email [email protected]. If questions about recruitment process please contact People & Culture Recruiter Aivita Grockyte via email  [email protected]. Please send in your application in English latest 28th of April. 

The IKEA brand is one of the most successful home furnishing brands in the world. We are a values-driven company with a passion for life at home. Our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people.