Graphic Communication Specialist | Retail | IKEA Dalma

Job Requisition ID: 169621 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role

Secure that the graphic standards * communication materials are implemented in the IKEA store in line with the IKEA manuals.

What you will do

OPERATIONAL

• Install IKEA Trade Name & Word mark & ensure they are properly projected and strictly observed as per the IKEA Trademark Manual and Company Policy document.
• Plan and execute a high level of Graphic solutions by communicating IKEA product features and solutions in all in-store areas.
• Perform daily and weekly checks on implementation and application of graphic displays to ensure consistent standards and translations are correct (in line with IKEA visual identity. IKEA Trademark and IKEA pricing as described in the IKEA Manual).
• Work with Sales and in-store logistics by following the work brief process in planning and implementing graphic solutions to support the stores set sales targets and activity calendar
• Implement graphic communication (notice board, usage of IKEA furnishing in Offices, signage & Posters) to all sales support areas and non-customers areas in order to maintain the store in accordance to IKEA standards, so that the perception of visitors to those areas is as strong as in the store.

COMMERCIAL

• Plan and execute any changes to graphic solutions as directed from GD Leader within the store so that they are in keeping with the store’s current commercial calendar and activities.
• Develop a deep understanding and knowledge of Graphic Com-In related to IKEA manuals, proven ideas and guidelines (continual usages of toolbox for updates from IKEA Sweden) as set out by IKEA System B.V. in order to improve own skill base and competence (use yearly improvement plan set by Com-In Manager)
• Obtain a knowledge of competitors’ activities, the local market and our customers (communication, marketing adverts and trends in graphic materials) in order to develop awareness of Ikea Customers with the store.

Required skills to be successful

• Must have skills in using sign making equipment and preferably experience in working with MacIntosh graphic software.
• Proficient user of graphic design programs such as Photoshop & AutoCAD.
• Excellent command of English Language.
• Excellent command of Arabic Language is preferred.
• Attention to details
• Very good communication skills.

What equips you for the role

• 5 Experience within the Communication & Interior Design department

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