Development Leader Intelligent Automation RPA

Inter IKEA Group brings together three core businesses: Retail Concept, Range and Supply. Together we work constantly to improve the IKEA home furnishing offer and make it more accessible for many people. You will be part of IKEA Supply and the Supply Chain Development organisation. IKEA Supply is responsible for securing that the product offer is produced and delivered to our customers. We lead the supply agenda across many functions and work together with all business areas, different business units, but also retail markets to secure customer availability in all markets and sales channels at lowest total cost.

Together, we create a workplace where everyone feels free to be themselves – to experiment, try new ways, and dare to ask, “What if…?” We believe in everyday personal growth and offer the opportunity to develop your career globally. At IKEA we have a vibrant culture where ideas are heard, where there is opportunity to learn new skills and where the goal always is "to create a better everyday life for the many people". We give down-to-earth, straightforward people the possibility to grow, both as individuals and in their professional roles. We offer this position in a fast paced, truly global environment with an endless supply of challenges and development opportunities.

The Intelligence Automation Centre of Excellence has the assignment to create value by providing automation solutions and simplify the life of our IKEA co-worker, working hand in hand with the business and product teams.

This position will cover essential duties and responsibilities:

• Lead and manage RPA projects with a primary focus on utilizing UiPath, overseeing both onshore and offshore consultant teams.
• Responsible for technical design, automation developments and serving as a technical expert on development projects, collaborating with architects on technical approaches.
• Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices for optimal code maintenance in production environments.
• Drive innovation and efficiency by leveraging expertise in the UiPath platform and products such as Document Understanding and Insights.
• Apply AI knowledge to enhance intelligent automation initiatives.
• Deliver impactful technical demonstrations and effectively communicate solutions to stakeholders.
• Foster collaboration and guide teams using Agile and DevOps methodologies.
• Co-ordinate & Lead team (Onshore/Offshore consultants) and manage timely delivery

In this role you will report to our Intelligent Automation Development Manager in Data & Technology at IKEA Supply.

Are you looking for the challenge of your life? Come on board! 

We are on the journey to transform our digital capabilities, bringing core business processes, people, data & technology together - an enabler for IKEA to become an even better home furnishing company in the future. A journey that needs passionate people who embrace change, dare to question and want to make a difference. If that sounds like you, come and join us. Together we can do great things.

We’re doing some amazing things in IKEA Supply; therefore, we need some amazing people – this position is not an exception.

To be successful in this role, we believe you MUST have:

• 10+ years overall industry experience, with at least 4 years dedicated to hands-on RPA work using UiPath.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading teams (consultants), including both onshore and offshore setups.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the UiPath platform, including specific products like Document Understanding, Test Automation and Insights.
• Proven track record of successfully leading automation projects and managing technical teams.
• Understanding of AI technologies.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively deliver technical demonstrations.

You should also be able to make advanced technical solutions understood and embraced by both technical and non-technical co-workers.

As a person you are appreciated for collaborative spirit and how you lead with strong focus on both technology and people. You create impact and inspiration regardless of function or formal reporting lines.

The IKEA culture and values are crucial for our business and day to day work life. For you to thrive and grow with IKEA it’s important for us that you share our values! You can read more regarding our values and life at IKEA on our website www.ikea.com or just watch this video: https://bit.ly/ikea-what-if

If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Akash Jha Intelligent Automation Development Manager, akash.jha1@inter.ikea.com .
 
This position is located in Malmo, Sweden or in Warsaw, Poland. Please also note that we do only handle applications in English and no applications coming in by email. We look forward to receiving your application at the latest October 31st, 2025.
You might have some questions about the recruitment process, and we are more than happy to answer those! Feel free to connect with the People & Culture Leader Dan Gustafsson at dan.gustafsson@inter.ikea.com

At IKEA we believe that we’re better when we’re physically together for collaboration, dialogues and conversations. We believe in the power of human interactions; the informal chats, the energy, belonging and creativity generated by people being in the same place. Our approach is that we spend majority of our time in the IKEA workplace and with flexibility to work from home when relevant.