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Development and Possibilities

IKEA careers are different. Hear some of our co-workers talk about their experiences.

Career paths as unique as you are

We offer exceptional career and learning possibilities. We encourage you to try different roles, change between functions and even move abroad (if that’s what you want). You can design your own career path according to your development plan and future goals. We believe in everyone’s ability to develop. Because as you grow, IKEA grows too. To start growing with IKEA, explore our different work areas below or search our available jobs


A look at what we do

There’s a lot more to the home furnishing business than you might think! We offer opportunities in a broad range of fields:

SUSTAINABILITY

We work to minimise the environmental impact of our operations and to help people live a more sustainable life at home.

DESIGN AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

We’re designers and product developers who work on creating and improving the IKEA product range.

TRANSPORT
We are working hard to ensure the best possible transport solutions for IKEA products from all corners of the globe.


PURCHASING
We work around the world to get the best value for money, both for IKEA and our customers.

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION
Our mission is to build the IKEA brand and inspire people to find value in what we have to offer.

PROPERTY
We develop and manage a wide variety of IKEA properties all around the world.


CUSTOMER RELATIONS
We work in roles inside and outside our stores, from the reception to the check outs, exchange & returns and contact centres.

COMMUNICATION AND INTERIOR DESIGN
Our strategic and visual talent brings thousands of IKEA products to life – in our stores and in other media.

PRODUCTION
All those IKEA products you see? We’re working closely with suppliers around the world to produce them.


HUMAN RESOURCES
We take care of recruitment, training and benefits. It’s our job to attract, develop and inspire our many co-workers.

STORE MANAGEMENT
We work as a team to lead the various aspects of operating an IKEA store. It’s fast-paced retailing and we love it!

PROJECT MANAGEMENT
We are out there keeping all kinds of IKEA projects on track, on time and on budget.


SALES
We have a passion for retail and people. We work daily with the IKEA range and our self-serve concept.

IKEA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
We support IKEA with business solutions. We believe in quick, user-friendly services rather than just technology.

IKEA INDUSTRY
We work on the manufacturing side creating IKEA products that improve life at home all around the world.


ENGINEERING AND QUALITY
Our roles are found within product development and throughout the IKEA supply chain. We work to improve all aspects of product quality.

IKEA FOOD/RESTAURANT
We love food! We are working mostly in the restaurant, Bistro and Swedish Food Market at our IKEA stores.

IKEA CENTERS
We are managing and developing retail destinations that are established together with IKEA stores.


E-COMMERCE
We work nationally and globally to develop and improve the IKEA online shopping experience.

LOGISTICS
We are creating the best possible goods flow from supplier to customer. So, we’re great at packing things flat!

FINANCE AND BUSINESS NAVIGATION
We look after IKEA financial requirements and make strategic business decisions that create growth.


OTHERS
Yes, we have even more roles! You’ll find almost endless opportunities in our wide IKEA world.