Visual Merchandiser - IKEA Home Furnishing

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Retail seeks a Visual Merchandiser for IKEA Home Furnishing in Dubai to create and execute inspiring in-store displays that reflect IKEA visuals and commercial priorities. You will translate home furnishing ideas into effective displays while protecting brand integrity and coordinating with interior design and sales teams.

The role requires 3-5 years in retail interior design or visual merchandising, with strong aesthetics, attention to detail, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Strong eye for aesthetics and detail, with ability to translate concepts into displays.
• Excellent teamwork and customer focus to coordinate with multiple store teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate visual merchandising for displays, windows, and in-store areas.
• Apply IKEA manuals and guidelines to develop functional display solutions.
• Maintain brand standards and ensure store visuals align with commercial priorities.
• Coordinate with Interior Designer to support current commercial activities.
• Collaborate with Sales and In-Store Logistics on projects and promotions.
• Implement visual merchandising tactics that support the store calendar and seasonal campaigns.
• Develop cost-efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible display solutions.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and maintain up-to-date product knowledge.

Skills

Visual merchandising

Interior design

Retail experience

Team coordination

Education

Degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Job description

Visual Merchandiser - IKEA Home Furnishing Job Snapshot Role: Visual Merchandiser - IKEA Home Furnishing Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Retail Function: Visual-Display Merchandising Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising Job Type: Full Time Position Overview Al-Futtaim is hiring a Visual Merchandiser - IKEA Home Furnishing in Dubai, UAE to develop and implement inspiring store displays that reflect IKEA 's visual identity, commercial priorities, and home furnishing approach. The role combines visual merchandising, retail interior design, commercial coordination, and store presentation, requiring close collaboration with Interior Design, Sales, and In-Store Logistics teams to deliver practical and engaging customer-facing solutions.

Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Retail Function: Visual-Display Merchandising Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full Time Work Arrangement: On-site

Overview of the Role

The Visual Merchandiser is responsible for maintaining a consistent and effective visual expression throughout the store in line with IKEA standards and guidelines. The position focuses on translating commercial priorities and home furnishing ideas into displays that inspire customers while protecting the integrity of the IKEA concept and brand. Success requires creative visual thinking, attention to detail, strong execution, and the ability to coordinate display activities with multiple store teams.

What You Will Do

• Plan and coordinate visual merchandising for accessory shops, shop windows, activity podiums, perimeter breaks, self-serve areas, the Swedish Food Market, and Exit Cafe.
• Apply IKEA manuals and guidelines when developing functional home furnishing display solutions.
• Protect the integrity of the IKEA concept and ensure the store 's visual presentation remains consistent with brand standards.
• Coordinate with the 1st Interior Designer so display solutions support current commercial activities.
• Work alongside Sales and In-Store Logistics teams on projects and sales-steering activities.
• Apply IKEA display solutions and sales methods when implementing commercial initiatives.
• Support planning and execution of the store 's commercial calendar.
• Develop display solutions that are cost-effective, safe, and environmentally responsible.
• Ensure visual merchandising activities comply with applicable local legislation.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of home furnishing solutions and the local market.
• Deliver visual merchandising work to a high standard within required timelines.

What You Bring

The role requires the ability to visualize, develop and communicate creative home furnishing and retail solutions. You should have a strong eye for aesthetics and detail, combined with the discipline to translate design concepts into practical store displays. Customer focus and teamwork are important, as visual merchandising activities require regular coordination with commercial, design, sales, and logistics colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree or Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in retail interior design or visual merchandising.
• Proven ability to visualize and design home furnishing and retail solutions.
• Ability to communicate design and display concepts effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and aesthetics.
• Commitment to high-quality execution within time constraints.
• Effective teamwork and customer focus.

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail is part of Al-Futtaim 's long-established regional business and works with international brands including IKEA, ACE, Marks and Spencer, and the Inditex Group. Its retail activities extend across MENA and Southeast Asia and include continued investment in customer experience, digital innovation, AI capabilities, and loyalty platforms. Al-Futtaim is headquartered in Dubai and operates across more than 20 countries through automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and health businesses. With more than 40000 employees, the Group represents over 200 international brands.