Shopkeeper / Assistant Sales Manager

at  IKEA

Job ID: REF5169S
Date posted: 29/05/2024
Company description
The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.
We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.
We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.
Job description
To achieve an enjoyable, convenient and successful shopping and a buying experience that leads to increased sales and sustained long-term profitability.
To optimise the IKEA shopping experience in your shop and store to secure satisfied customers and increase sales. You do this by motivating and inspiring your department team using knowledge of the IKEA product range and services, the local market and IKEA customers. You use IKEA tools and the expertise of your team.

QUALIFICATION

• At least 5 years of experience in a face-paced retail industry with an interest in home furnishing.
• Self-motivated, analytical and good at implementing commercial strategies, and guiding your team to-wards sales maximization.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and actively selling through understanding your customers and their needs.
• A problem solver and decision-maker, good at prioritizing and organizing your work and the work of others efficiently in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong and effective communicator; multi-tasking is second nature to you in the course of working with co-workers of all levels, both within and outside IKEA.
  More Information
  Please apply by 8 June 2024.
  Important Note: IKEA Malaysia will prioritize internal candidates when filling the role you are applying for.

Please refer the Job description for details