The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. A big mission which requires people with big passion. Come join us in this journey and let’s make the world better together!

The IKEA way
People within IKEA value a culture of humbleness and open-mindedness. We don't have a rigid hierarchy system and encourage everyone to speak openly and honestly to everyone within the organization.  We do not have a dress code and encourage productive discussions in a relaxed, natural order with a great deal of personal responsibility. The IKEA co-worker is proactive, engaged, internally motivated for results and eager to learn. 

Our team consist of Business Developer, Production Engineer and Supply Planner. Our  responsibility is to lead the development of common action plans with suppliers. We contribute to execute Category Business Plan and deliver performance according to established business goals.

We as a team, work as an ambassador for IKEA values and culture in everyday work. We build strong business ownership together with supplier, constantly seeking  solutions and exploring our industry/market. We aim to build professional and long-term relationship with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders through IKEA way of doing business. 

If you’re getting a tingling feeling reading this - you’re in luck! We are now looking for a new Business Developer.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY
At IKEA, we see things a little differently. We onboard our suppliers as partners with whom we create long-term relationships. We aim to become more efficient and achieve lower prices but most importantly we want our suppliers to grow with us!

A few perks of joining the IKEA team:

• You can take responsibility, find your way, innovate, and drive business in the IKEA environment
• You have the confidence and freedom to do things your own way, including organizing your time. We stand for a healthy work-life balance. A variety of rewarding work awaits you, which you will be able to combine alongside your hobbies and/or family. 
• Use opportunities for learning and growth working closely with suppliers! You will have the opportunity to travel and meet with various manufacturing companies, obtain a better understanding of new and different technologies, and be introduced to people from different cultures.
• Everybody is seen as a talent. In regular informal talks with your manager you can explore your development and carrier opportunities. We will support you along the way with numerous trainings. We embrace making mistakes and encourage our colleagues to learn from them and most importantly share them with your colleagues. We value learning together as a team!

Stacey is a Business Developer in IKEA and says:

I am responsible for sourcing high quality products for IKEA stores and customers. I travel and interact with people globally. Meeting with current and/or potential suppliers to explore different business opportunities also helps to enhance my knowledge of the industry and different ways of working. The benefits within IKEA are quite generous. IKEA values a healthy and balanced work/life environment. At IKEA you are the master of your own destiny. You have the opportunity to grow the business as you would like taking ownership of the “How” and “When”.  You will find that a responsible approach and good self-management will allow you a more flexible work schedule that fits well with your personal life. If you are self-motivated, able to think outside of the box and enjoy a challenge, you won’t regret joining the IKEA family!   

Are you IKEA’s next Business Developer?

In order to shine in this role we hope to see that you check the following boxes:

• You have passion for business and the end-goal, both will come in handy! When negotiating with suppliers you have to be a strict but fair, with the ability to concentrate your energy on fixing all the normal business issues.
• You have knowledge and experience in economics and finance – understanding of a company’s financials like cash-flow, P&L, income statement etc. Able to work with cost breakdown, the price is alpha and omega for us. 
• You will use the art of dealing with people - empathy and good communication skills are essential in coordinating your small team and in negotiating with suppliers and many other stakeholders in the IKEA supply chain. 
• You use analytical skills that are necessary for working with numbers, when negotiating prices, or when setting priorities for your work, which is usually high paced and demanding.
• You are a team player! At IKEA we value collaboration and teamwork. You will often lead projects but should encourage and value input from your team members and stakeholders.

Finally, we hope that you share our values and have a great interest in joining our mission to create a better life for the many people. Let’s do this together!

If you would like to hear more about the role from a Business Developer please see Stacey’s story:
https://interikea.egnyte.com/dl/trYIET9htl
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Does this sound like you? Yes? Then, why not apply?

Thank you for reading this far. We believe that your value is greater and more important than just your CV. So if you like the idea of working at IKEA, please feel free to write to us and let's meet. Please submit your CV and cover letter in English latest by 12th September 2021.

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Business Development Manager Mei Hong Svensson, [email protected]. For questions regarding the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact People & Culture Recruiter - Aivita Grockyte at [email protected]

Welcome with your application!

This position is at IKEA Components. IKEA Components holds a unique position within the IKEA value chain. We develop and supply IKEA with customer friendly component solutions for better products – and better homes. This includes a responsibility for selected components and raw-material, which means develop, purchase and supply to IKEA suppliers. IKEA Components also have the assignment to provide After Sales service of components to the end customers. Our business is global and today employs 1400 people based mainly in Sweden, Slovakia and China.