Can you really reach out to the whole world, while working in a tranquil idyll in the middle of forest? In Älmhult, Sweden, you can. Älmhult is home to IKEA Range & Supply that has the responsibility to develop, design, produce and supply IKEA retail channels with home furnishing solutions available for the many people. Each year IKEA Range & Supply introduces around 2,000 new products around the world and the total range is almost 10,000. So what happens in Älmhult definitely doesn't stay in Älmhult. It reaches practically every corner of the globe.

The Range & Product Development organisation’s assignment is focused on strategic development of the IKEA product range and provides specific competencies in range and product development, to enable us to live up to democratic design principles in all dimensions. This is done to enable and support the Business Areas and HFBs to deliver to better homes and better products for the many.

Are you a result oriented and passionate person with a talent in making complex things move? Do you possess a brave can-do attitude, striving for simplicity and are constantly on the way? Are you a strong believer that people makes the difference? If so, here it is. Your chance to take on the challenge as People & Culture Leader in one of the most influential small town in the world!

Are you the one we are looking for? We want someone with the ability in strategic thinking and dares to be different in challenges, staying relevant to the many people, today and tomorrow. Someone who enjoys the business as well as developing people to grow. Someone who likes to be in the forefront of technologies, ideas and new ways!

As People & Culture Leader you are responsible for bringing people and business together to create that little extra magic. In this role you will actively contribute to the growth by leading teams and by working together with all businesses, matrices and support functions.

We believe that you will:
• develop and take the lead in the people journey that IKEA is on to together with leaders and co-workers.  The base for this journey are IKEA culture and values strengthened with that special can-do spirit!
• lead the PEOPLE agenda and ensure that the PEOPLE plan is ingrained as the everyday business
• work with leaders to contribute to performance, with focus on leadership and by securing the HR processes
• influence and motivate leaders to continuously develop leadership capabilities
• focus on creating an environment and a spirit where we empower people, nourish creative and curious minds, learn from our mistakes and we always do smart solutions with cost consciousness in focus   
• ensure that your unit is known as a fantastic community to work within
• be a great example of the IKEA values within and outside IKEA
• together with Communication leader drive and support change

To be successful in this role, we believe that you want to make a difference. You believe in the power of people. You explore and love to think in new ways. You spark interest and curiosity in others. You have a strong drive and are constantly on your way. You are led by and lead through the IKEA culture and values. You have a strong belief in both people and teams’ potential and their ability to grow and develop. You are both strategic, tactical and operational in our approach. You get things done!

You also have a:
• extensive experience of management and leadership experience as well as working with complex problem analysis and solutions in large organisations
• documented experience to work on a strategic business agenda: adding value to business strategies and having the ability to lead global People & Culture assignments
• ability to translate business needs in HR solutions
• ability to be a natural leader and skilled in change management
• experience in creating and implementing strategic plans and following up goals
• business understanding and proven ability to have made a difference by positively influencing the business directly
• ability to identify need for and drive change within the organisation
• excellent communication skills and ability to build trustful relations

This is a permanent position based in Älmhult, an inspirational working environment, based on creativity and innovation, which gives you the opportunity to work and interact with people from all around the world. Curious to know more about the role? -  contact Christina Svensson Stenberg, HR&Competence Manager.

Please send us your application – CV and letter of motivation – in English. We really want to get to know you, so make sure you tell us why you would be a good fit for this role. The last day to send your application is August 11th.

We welcome all applications. In the first selection process, we consider candidates from IKEA of Sweden, IKEA Food Services and IKEA Communications, including Creative Hub and Global Marketing from INGKA.