"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."

Location

Misato-shi

Employment type

Full Time Permanent

Department

Interior Design & Visual Merchandising

Deadline

What you'll need to have

* You must reside in Japan and have valid work permissions (We prioritize domestic recruitment for this role)

【WE EXPECT YOU SHALL HAVE】

・A design-based education.

・Visual competence with a keen eye for aesthetics.

・Customer-focused mindset.

・A passion for home furnishing, retailing, design and how people live at home.

・Enthusiastic about assignments and working with others in a team.

・A passion for fast-paced, future-oriented retailing and the IKEA product range.

・Provide range presentation solutions that improve people's life at home and exceed visitors' shopping experience.

・Constantly grow and expand personal knowledge, capabilities and motivation.

・Driven to exceed goals and a desire to improve ways of working.

・Basic communication Japanese (N1 Level).

【GOOD TO HAVE】

・Ability to generate new ideas and concepts.

・Ability to draw, visualise and present an idea.

・Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.

・Good attention to detail.

・Practical hands-on approach to work.

・Computer proficient with knowledge and experience of using relevant software (e.g. Auto CAD, Autodesk Revit)

・Basic communication skills in English.

• You will use English for internal communications while Japanese skill is needed on operational terms (e.g. working with the commercial team etc.)

【JOB RESPONSIBILITIES】

・Always keep the customer perspective in mind and propose store layouts that are easy to view and navigate

・Plan promotional displays that showcase products attractively based on seasonal themes

・Create and set up functional and beautiful showroom plans that inspire better living

・Design and implement store layouts and product displays

・Provide functional and aesthetically pleasing home furnishing ideas based on knowledge of interiors and living

・Share insights about life at home with other departments to contribute to the business

• Check out our interview article:

"Creating and Showcasing Spaces – Unveiling IKEA's VMD and Interior Designers"

【ABOUT RECRUITMENT PROCESS】

・Before the 1st interview, we shall ask for a pre-work: You will work on a preliminary assignment and present it at the first interview.

・The 2nd interview will be held mainly in English.

Your responsibilities

【About the Communication & Interior Design Department】

We propose the optimal way to use IKEA products that suit people's lifestyles and environments. We introduce coordination ideas for Japanese homes that leverage the charm of Swedish design, helping more customers become interested in home furnishings and a more comfortable life at home. Do you have a passion for "providing a better everyday life for more people" through IKEA products?

Our goal is not simply to sell furniture, but to create inspiration that exceeds the expectations of those who visit IKEA stores. By visually communicating ideas, we strengthen the IKEA brand and play a role in attracting more customers. We are required to create solutions that meet the needs of Japanese customers based on IKEA's global direction.

• Please also see our interview article on working styles(JP)

Creating Appealing Spaces, Building Spaces – Unraveling IKEA's VMD and Interior Designers

【Job Responsibilities】

• Always stand from the customer's perspective and propose easy-to-see and easy-to-find store layouts.
• Plan promotional displays that attractively convey products based on seasons and themes.
• Create and set up functional and beautiful showroom plans that propose a better life.
• Create and set up in-store layouts and display plans.
• Provide functional and beautiful home furnishing ideas based on knowledge of interiors and daily life.
• Share knowledge about life at home with other departments and contribute to the business.

【Rewards / Work Environment】

Our Visual Merchandising team consists of 7 members, including the manager, and is responsible for the overall store layout and showcasing products more attractively using various techniques across different media. The team and individual tasks and projects are diverse, making it a perfect environment for those who enjoy creating various beautiful designs and functional solutions. The team atmosphere is very open, and we work together with mutual respect and cooperation. We have a strong self-leading culture, allowing us to take on new challenges daily with a sense of speed. We look forward to working with individuals who want to grow together while being themselves

【Employment Type】

• Full-time regular employee, 40 hours/week
• Probationary period: 6 months
• Start date: 1st of every month (please consult regarding the starting month)
• Retirement system in place (age 65)

【Holidays】

Annual holidays: 127 days or more

〈Other holidays〉

• Paid leave: Granted after 6 months of employment (up to 20 days). You can take consecutive holidays of 2 weeks or more
• Maternity leave
• Childcare leave (reduced working hours available upon return)
• Paternity leave (paid leave for fathers)
• Partner's childcare leave
• Personal injury/illness leave
• Caregiving leave / Nursing care leave / Family care leave
• Condolence leave
• Volunteer leave
• Refreshment leave

【Benefits】

• Comprehensive social insurance (Employees' Pension, Health Insurance, Employment Insurance)
• Commuting allowance (up to 1,530 JPY/day) / Commuting by private car allowed
• Uniform rental / Employee cafeteria available / Employee discount system
• Fully equipped locker rooms and shower rooms
• Christmas present
• Salary increase: Once a year (January)
• Bonus: One IKEA Bonus Program (may not be paid annually depending on performance)
• Tack Co-worker Loyalty Program (pension accumulation for 5+ years of service)
• Life insurance, long-term care insurance
• Defined contribution pension plan (6.5% of salary contributed by the company)
• Employee-only smoking area available
• Learning opportunities: LinkedIn Learning available

【About the OPEN IKEA Internal Recruitment System】

All positions are open. By utilizing the internal recruitment system, you can challenge any position at IKEA Japan's headquarters functions, stores nationwide, and IKEA overseas. You can draw your own career path based on your interests.

【About Working at IKEA】

IKEA's way of working values work, family, and individuality. You can watch interviews with nine co-workers of different ages, genders, and nationalities who work at IKEA.

【IKEA's Equality, Diversity, and Acceptance of Diversity】

Diversity is the key to success. Diversity comes in many shapes and sizes. Being yourself and contributing with your uniqueness helps everyone involved with IKEA grow.

The Ingka Group embraces all aspects of diversity. A diverse and inclusive workplace is valuable for IKEA co-workers, customers, and the business.

IKEA strives to create a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. In such a workplace, co-workers feel that their uniqueness is valued, their different talents are recognized, and they can be themselves.

IKEA Japan wants to explore with you. If you are passionate about this position, please apply

Let's work together to achieve our vision of "a better everyday life for more people"

If you require support to apply or participate in an interview due to a disability, please contact us at the email address below.

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【Regarding application documents】

・Submission of a cover letter, resume, and portfolio (your collection of works) is mandatory.

Please be sure to upload them at the time of application.

【Regarding the selection process】

After applying, applicants who pass the document screening will be asked to submit an assignment. Those who pass the assignment screening will be invited for an interview.

• Due to our global management system, the application deadline may be brought forward due to time differences. Please apply well in advance and not on the day of the deadline.
• Recruitment will close once all positions are filled, so please apply as soon as possible.
• Please note that as part of the selection process, we may request references (feedback from those you have worked with).

We look forward to applications from individuals who are not afraid of failure and are eager to take on challenges.

Your individuality will make IKEA even more unique