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In Range, we are ready to put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together. We have decided that we will focus, simplify, and concentrate going forward by putting the product in the center – with a full focus on the core of our assignments.  

We are building up a Communication function for Range with the assignment to lead, develop and enable impactful communication that strengthens the IKEA brand by creating engagement, building trust for IKEA, and enabling better business.  

We are looking for a Communication Leader 

As Communication Leader in Range, you are a key contributor to moving our most important strategic and business questions through the power of communication. . 

In this role, you are strategic communication leader across and a partner to Range Strategy & Identity. You lead, develop, implement, and enable business-driven communication both internally and externally, closely with key stakeholders in the business and in communication networks. You contribute to both the creation and implementation of business strategies, directions, and priorities through communication.

In this role you will lead and develop holistic communication connected to big topics for IKEA in order to enable better business and strengthen the IKEA Brand. You will among other things be a key contributor in the Material agenda. Materials are the backbone of our business with a significant impact on our brand and our ability to move sustainability, affordability and desirability.

You will have an important role connected to making our needed movements, co-leading a communication network across IKEA to create impact both internally and externally.

You will be a key contributor to the common communication direction and plan for Inter IKEA as well as leading and contributing to different networks across IKEA. 

You will report to the Communication Manager in Range and work in close partnership with the Communication Leader for Range Strategy & Identity. 

The Communication Leader:  

• is an experienced leader with proven communication competence and cross-functional understanding of the IKEA strategic landscape, network, and value chain – and with a strong ability to navigate and lead in a network-based context 

• has deep understanding of the core of the Range assignment, as well as business and communication needs 

• Is very curious and solution-oriented, with ability to create engagement and build trustful relationships with various stakeholders, a strong networker and collaborator. 

• enjoys working at a fast pace in an optimistic and future-oriented, continuously developing organization, having a strong ability to adapt to change and navigate complexities. Seamlessly moving between strategic, tactical, and operational tasks and contexts. 

• is a strong and creative communicator with the ability to move business questions and create impact through communication, simplify complexities and represent IKEA in all dimensions. You have a deep connection to what is typically IKEA and can also express this both visually and in tone of voice in a strong way. 

This is a permanent role based in Älmhult.  
  
The Communication Leader is crucial for developing our business and strengthening our brand, and we believe that your presence together with stakeholders and working most of the time in the workplace is important.   
 

Application and practicalities  

To simplify and have good speed in the recruitment process, you apply for the role by uploading the following to Smart Recruiters:  

1.) Your CV;  
2.) A separate document including your answers to these three questions:  

• What do you believe is your contribution to this position?  

• What values and strengths will come through in your leadership?  

• Where do you see the biggest opportunities connected to the Material agenda, internally and externally?  

Please keep your answers short and concise.  

Start date: as soon as possible 

The last application date is October 29th 2023.  We will interview continuously and may close the recruitment when we have found the right candidate so, please do not wait with your application! Questions about the recruitment process can be answered by Christina Appelqvist, +46-766113408 and for questions with regards to the role please contact Karin Wells, +46 766190059.