Unit Facility Management Manager (Manchester)

IKEA; Manchester; On-site; GBP 39,600 - 48,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% IKEA discount portal

Life Assurance 4× pay

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

A global retail leader in Manchester is looking for a Unit Facility Management Manager to oversee all operational aspects of facilities management. Responsibilities include optimizing value, implementing safety guidelines, and managing diverse teams. Ideal candidates should possess strong facilities management skills and a commitment to sustainable practices. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of Facilities Management and ability to deliver and organize hard and soft services.
• Openness to sustainable solutions affecting energy consumption and waste.
• Expertise in contract and supplier management for maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all FM aspects of the store to optimize value and efficiency.
• Implement Ingka FM within the store through the Unit FM team.
• Ensure compliance, maintenance, and safety across all facilities.

Skills

Facilities Management knowledge

Sustainable solutions awareness

Contract management

People management

Retail experience

Job description

Unit Facility Management Manager (Manchester)

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IKEA Manchester is a vibrant retail unit and we have a fantastic opportunity for an In‑centre Facilities Manager on a permanent, full‑time basis.

Are you passionate about creating safe, compliant, and efficient environments? Do you thrive on coordinating tasks, managing budgets, and ensuring top‑notch facility services?

WHAT WE OFFER

• Start Date: November 2025 (can be discussed at interview).
• Competitive starting salary of £44,000 per annum.
• 39 hours per week (5 days), including weekend work on a rotational basis.
• Flexibility discussion during interview.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

• 15% IKEA discount portal.
• Life Assurance 4× pay, enhanced pension contributions, interest‑free loans.
• First Day Of School Paid Leave for parents.
• Enhanced Parental Leave.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• General knowledge of Facilities Management and ability to deliver and organise hard and soft services.
• Openness to new sustainable solutions affecting energy consumption, emissions, waste, and chemicals.
• Inspiration to orchestrate people in a changing multi‑dimensional environment and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Expertise in contract and supplier management and work order management for urgent, planned, reactive maintenance.
• People management, end‑to‑end project management, retail FM experience and budget/supplier oversight.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Manage all FM aspects of the store to optimise value and efficiency sustainably.
• Implement Ingka FM within the store through the Unit FM team.
• Responsible for each property throughout its lifetime: safety, compliance, maintenance, improvement.
• Ensure awareness of FM frameworks, guidelines, initiatives.
• Asset management, long‑term planning, budgeting, implementation, forecasting, reporting.
• Implement and evaluate supplier contracts at store level, aligning with internal governance.
• Provide effective leadership, empower co‑workers, develop skills, secure succession planning.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, and value diversity.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

• Attach updated CV and Cover Letter.
• Pre‑screening call, then virtual interview.
• We keep you informed whether successful or not.
• Contact [e-mail] for support.