Visual Merchandising Team Assistant

IKEA; Birmingham; Vor Ort; GBP 20.000 - 24.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

15% IKEA discount & discount portal

Life Assurance 4x pay

Enhanced pension contributions

Free healthy meals and drinks

Virtual GP and Second Medical Opinion

Zusammenfassung

IKEA Birmingham is seeking a Visual Merchandising Team Assistant to help create inspiring store environments through practical work such as painting, tiling, wiring, and fixture installation. The role requires early starts (5:00–6:30) with shifts around 31 hours per week and no regular weekend work.

The position offers a starting salary of £21,891 per annum, with benefits including a 15% staff discount, life assurance, enhanced pension contributions and meal options.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a practical, hands-on role using tools and completing assembly or installation tasks.
• Interest in home furnishings and delivering strong customer experiences is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate clearly with diverse colleagues in a store environment.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to meeting deadlines and goals.

Aufgaben

• Support range presentation solutions to enhance customers' life at home and shopping experience.
• Assist with back-of-house updates, basic wiring, tiling, painting, and fixture assembly/disassembly as needed.
• Keep shop floor safe, minimise disruption, and maintain strong visual standards for visitors.
• Adhere to routines to ensure quality, simplicity and cost-conscious execution of work.
• Collaborate with a close-knit team to deliver store improvements and seasonal changes.
• Maintain a like-new store appearance by keeping paintwork and surfaces in excellent condition.

Kenntnisse

Hands-on work

Tool use

Clear communication

Self-motivated

Tools

Basic wiring

Tiling

Painting

Fixture assembly

Jobbeschreibung

"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."

IKEA Birmingham are looking to welcome a Visual Merchandising Team assistant to the team.

As a Visual Merchandising Team Assistant, you will help create and maintain inspiring IKEA store environments through practical work such as painting, tiling, basic electrical tasks, installing fixtures, manual handling, and supporting the broader team as needed.


WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: TBC
• Competitive starting salary of £21,891 per annum, based on skills and experience.
• 31 hours per week across 4 or 5 weekdays, with no regular weekend working. The role requires regular early morning starts between 5:00am and 6:30am, with occasional night shifts to support store projects.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

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

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks
• Virtual GP And Second Medical Opinion Service

..as well so much more! Full Benefit List - https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Experience in a practical, hands-on role, with confidence using tools and carrying out assembly, maintenance, installation, or construction-related tasks. A keen interest in home furnishings and creating great customer experiences is an advantage.
• The ability to communicate clearly with diverse individuals in a variety of situations and work effectively with other stakeholders in the store.
• A practical, hands-on approach to responsibilities and the ability to meet set deadlines
• Self motivated to reach goals and a commitment to improve ways of working


WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• Provide essential support to implement range presentation solutions that improve people's life at home and elevate visitors' shopping experience.
• Supporting the implementation of commercial changes and back of house areas in the store, this will include basic wiring, tiling, painting, and assembly/disassembly of shop fixtures where required.
• Keep visitors in mind when working on the shop floor, minimise disruption and remain aware at all times of the importance of safety and the visual impact for visitors.
• Secure high quality, simplicity and cost-consciousness in the execution of work by following established routines.
• Work as part of a close-knit team to safely deliver store improvements, rebuilds and seasonal changes that help bring the IKEA range to life.
• Maintain the store to a “like new” standard, ensuring all paintwork is kept in excellent condition and the shop floor consistently delivers a high-quality appearance, taking full ownership to embed this into daily routines.


WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many


RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION –

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV and a Cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to- face interview interview.

We understand not everyone will be shortlisted, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

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