Visual Merchandiser | Retail | IKEA DFC

Job Requisition ID: 167144 

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

Responsible to secure that the visual expression of the store is in line with the IKEA manuals so the IKEA Concept and to ensure it is fully implemented.

What you will do

• Plan and coordinate the execution of accessory shops, shop windows, activity podiums, perimeter breaks, self-serve, Swedish Food Market and Exit Café displays in the IKEA.
• Ensure the integrity of the IKEA concept and brand by following IKEA manuals to produce functional home furnishing solutions within the store.
• Ensure -in co-operation with Interior Designers- that functional and inspirational display solutions are in line with running commercial activities.
• Liaise with the Sales and In-Store Logistics teams in implementing the projects or daily sales steering activities efficiently with the use of IKEA display solutions, communication, and sales methods.
• Support the planning and implementation of the store commercial calendar.
• Ensure cost-effective, safe and environmentally friendly display solutions implementation in line with local legislation.
• Research and maintain a detailed knowledge of home furnishing solutions according to the local market.

Required skills to be successful

• A proven ability to visualize, design and communicate home furnishing and retail solutions
• Excellent command of English language.
• Excellent command of Arabic language is preferred.
• Multitasker and attentive to details.

What equips you for the role

• An educational background on interior design or an experience in interior design or visual merchandising experience
• Attention to detail with a keen eye for aesthetics
• A proven commitment to high quality execution within limited time frames
• Good knowledge in home furnishing, market, social trends, fashion

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