Workplace Development Coordinator

• Jobb-id: R0010980

• Datum inlagd: 11/03/2025

We are looking for a Workplace Development Coordinator in Workplace Operations 

In Range, we are ready to put in the next gear of moving IKEA and making us better together. We have decided that we will focus, simplify and concentrate going forward by putting the product in the center – with a full focus on the core of our assignments. Our business is about developing products, it’s at the center of all that we do, our daily job. We are looking for you, who loves working close to the IKEA range, is passionate about home furnishing and the business we’re in.

Workplace Operations enables the many co-workers to develop our product range in a functional, safe and inspiring workplace. You will be important in our journey where we have decided to dare to be IKEA, simplify and optimize for relevance when creating pre-conditions for our business to have the best possible products at lowest possible price. 

Workplace Operations belongs to Business Performance & Support in IKEA of Sweden AB that hosts several enabling functions such as Finance Performance & Operations, Business Steering, Risk & Compliance and Legal. Business Performance & Support provides insights to different parts of the range organization making the right business decisions and by the services provided connected to our workplace gives us the right preconditions to thrive and deliver at work. 

We are now looking for a Workplace Development Coordinator with experience of build coordination

You will coordinate projects, events, building/constructions etc. according to the event year cycle as well as need-based actions. Together with the rest of the team you will secure that all kind of projects, events and builds are carried out within deadline, plans and budget. You will report to Workplace Development Manager and closely collaborate with all parts of Workplace Operations as well as several other stakeholders in-, and outside IKEA of Sweden. 

To be successful in this role we believe that you: 

• Build trustful relationships and co-operate with people in different units and cultures, showing strong communication- negotiation- and influencing skills.  
• Deep knowledge of build coordination, material selection and quantity calculation, connected safety and security and work environment regulations
• Have knowledge in different project management processes, methods and tools; scope, time, cost, risk, quality, communication etc and how to integrate these processes. 
• Enjoy leading own assignments and at the same time find motivation in leading with and through others to reach business results. 
• Have good digital knowledge, handling administrative tools easily to support efficiency in all processes.  
• Plan, prioritize, execute, delegate and follow up in a structured and pro-active way, balance both focus on details and having the big picture in mind. 

This is a permanent role based in Älmhult.  


More Information


To simplify and have good speed in the recruitment process, you apply for the role by uploading your CV (in English) in Smart Recruiters, including your answers to these two questions:

• What do you believe is your contribution to this position?  
• What values and strengths will come through in your everyday work?

Please keep your answers short and concise. 

Everyone is welcome to apply at the latest March 24th 2025

If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact the hiring manager Andy Dolphin via andy.dolphin2@inter.ikea.com. For questions regarding the recruitment process, you are welcome to contact Recruiter Christina Appelqvist +46-766-113408

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