Visual Merchandiser

TN United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative retail company is seeking Visual Merchandising & Activities Co-Workers to join their vibrant Communication & Interior Design team in Sheffield. This exciting role involves using creativity to present and communicate home furnishing solutions, ensuring a unique shopping experience for customers. With a commitment to employee development and a range of attractive benefits, including a generous co-worker discount and a supportive work environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting. If you have a passion for design and retail, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

15% Co-worker Discount

Free IKEA Uniform

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Enhanced Pension Contributions

Interest-Free Loans

Holiday on Christmas Eve and Day

Affordable Meals in Co-worker Restaurant

Free On-site Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in visual merchandising in a retail environment is preferable.
• Passionate about inspiring and surprising customers.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to positioning the IKEA store as the first choice for home furnishing.
• Use visual merchandising skills to strengthen the uniqueness of the IKEA identity.

Skills

Visual Merchandising

Creative Design

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Customer Engagement

Education

Relevant Design Qualifications

Tools

Basic Electric Tools

In-Design Planning Software (Revit)

Job description

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Date posted: 21/06/

We are looking to welcome new Visual Merchandising & Activities Co-Workers to our amazing Communication & Interior Design team based in our IKEA Sheffield unit.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary from £25, dependent on experience.
• Permanent contract working 39 hours a week over 4 or 5 days.
• Shifts Monday to Friday 7am - 3:45pm.

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% co-worker discount and access to I-Benefits Discount Portal, helping you save £s on high street retailers.
• We provide you with our lovely IKEA uniform and all the tools you need to work with us.
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal.
• X3 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions, and interest free loans.
• Holiday on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as well as end of year gift.
• A wide range of family-friendly policies and benefits.
• Commitment to your development throughout your IKEA career, starting on your first day.
• Kick up your feet and relax in our co-worker restaurant, with a variety of affordable hot and cold meals and snacks, and free healthy meal options.
• Free on-site co-worker parking.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

You have a creative and commercial sense, and you are passionate about inspiring and surprising our customers by presenting and communicating the IKEA home furnishing offer in-store. Have a passion for fast-paced, future-oriented retailing, and an understanding of the trends that influence home furnishing and retail.

You have relevant design qualifications, and experience in visual merchandising in a retail environment is preferable.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role involving using basic electric tools, painting, and working up ladders.

A positive mindset, good problem-solving skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Knowledge of in-design planning software including Revit is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

An eagerness to learn and develop with the potential to be a future leader.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Contribute to positioning the IKEA store as the first choice for home furnishing in your local market.
• Provide inspiring home furnishing solutions for single or multiple products to support a convenient shopping experience and improve people's lives at home.
• Use visual merchandising skills to strengthen the uniqueness of the IKEA identity in range presentation solutions in the store, working with store layout, range presentation, and vitality.
• Stay updated on trends in home furnishing and retailing to generate creative directions that inspire and surprise visitors with a strong visual impression.
• You will spend approximately 25% of your time planning and 75% implementing on the shop floor.

WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life to join us, where we feel valued for our uniqueness and recognized for our diverse talents.