Department Manager

Who you are IKEA More than just a job !! Here at IKEA Milton Keynes we are looking to welcome experienced leaders to become part of our sales management team, you will already have previous experience managing people in retail, either in a showroom or market hall capacity and have a commercial edge. You'll be looking after one of our market hall or showroom departments and this will be discussed at interview. You enjoy making a difference by developing your team to be customer focused and engaged with the product. To rise to a challenge and always strive to deliver results. You have the ability to make things happen by championing flexibility, speed and simplicity. CONTRACTThis is a 39hr contract working 5 days over 7 with every second weekend off. A degree of flexibility will be required due to the needs of the business.we offer a competitive salary starting from £28,000 WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. • 15% co-worker discount & I-Benefits discount portal helping you save £100’s on Highstreet retailers• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Portal • X3 Life Assurance, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans• Given Day - An additional days holiday during the Christmas period to spend with friends and family • Family Friendly childcare & wellbeing support• Commitment to your development throughout your IKEA career, starting on your first day• Free parking and you can also enjoy a free hot or cold meal option every shift! ABOUT YOUYou have previous experience managing people in retail/customer service background and have a commercial edge. You enjoy making a difference by developing your team to be customer focused and engaged with the products. To rise to a challenge and always strive to deliver results. You have the ability to make things happen by championing flexibility, speed and simplicity. Enjoy working in a fast-paced and future-oriented environment. The successful candidate will receive a structure training plan over the course of their first month before supporting a sales department to learn the specifics of the role. YOUR DAY TO DAY- Develop your team and ensure succession is in place- Support the customer through the IKEA buying process - Act quickly with commercial opportunities - Actively promote the IKEA social and environmental commitment- Take responsibility for your department goals and objectives - Understand the different IKEA sales and communication channels to better support the customer - Ensure the shop is in excellent shape as new and fully and efficiently stocked APPLY NOW At IKEA we have a commitment to create an environment that is diverse and inclusive and invite anyone that is interested in working with a great team to apply. First step, so we can get to know you better please tell us about your job history or attach a covering letter & up to date CV with your application. Successful candidates will be invited for a face to face interview with the hiring team at the Milton Keynes Store. Hurry we are excited to receive your application! Any questions email fiona.currie@ingka.ikea.com and we'll be happy to help!