Planning Studio Manager – Waterford
“You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It’s the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself.”
Employment Type: Full Time, Regular
Department: Kitchen & Dining
Number of Positions: 1
We are looking for a Planning Studio Manager to lead our new Planning & Order Point in Waterford. Do you enjoy motivating a team and are interested in design? Consider the role of Planning Studio Manager and guide a skilled team focused on creating beautiful kitchens, wardrobes, and multimedia units. Your leadership will inspire creativity and turn every design dream into a delightful reality.
WHAT WE OFFER
* This role offers a salary of €53,000 per annum, based on competence & experience.
* 39 hours working 5 days per week, shifts will include evenings and alternative weekend working.
* We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.
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% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
* Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
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WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE
* You have been responsible for a team for a minimum of two years.
* You enjoy exploring new ways of working promoting and encouraging change within your team as a way to secure long term growth.
* You are skilled at building trust and communicating clearly with different people in various situations.
* You can work both strategically and operationally using flexibility and simplicity to accomplish tasks.
* You have a customer first mindset that you use to inspire your team, ensuring that the customer experience is in focus in everything they do.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
* Ensuring that the store works ethically and in compliance with internal regulations and external laws in relation to risk, safety and security, environment, property, facilities and food safety.
* You will monitor and analyse staff costs ensuring the unit has the right staffing levels used in the most cost-efficient way, meeting staff cost budgets, managing the effective use of staffing resource continuously evaluating and improving this.
* You will promote a positive customer experience in the Planning & Order point by ensuring co-workers work to build trust between the customer and the brand.
* You work with the main store to ensure the Planning & Order Point is locally relevant, using appropriate range presentation and communication.
* You will analyse the sales performance of the Planning & Order Point and use any findings to create action plans to improve.
* You will support your co-worker in becoming skilled and knowledgeable, recognise their contributions and work with them to identify and develop succession.
* You will be part of the unit duty management team, key holder and Emergency Response Group member responsible for the safety and security of the co-workers, customers and the Planning & Order Point premises.
WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE
It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION
* Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.
* Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
* Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face-to-face interview. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.
* For any advice or support, email gemma.hewitt@inkga.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!
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