What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visual Merchandising Specialist position at IKEA?
WHY WE WILL LOVE YOU
You’re inspired to create magical, in-store experiences. You are passionate about retail merchandising and visual display. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
You’ll be creating an inspiring IKEA shopping experience by leveraging your knowledge of consumer buying behavior, store layout, presentation and the local market.
• Using Visual Merchandising competence to execute product line presentation solutions in the retail store.
• Securing vitality and seasonality in home furnishings by implementing relevant solutions in customer, co-worker and sales support areas.
• Utilizing working methods to ensure simplicity, cost-effectiveness and efficiency using US and global tools, and best practices.
• Generating creative directions that inspire and surprise visitors with an exciting visual impression and seasonally relevant offers.
• Sharing local insights to enhance the retail store layout and product range presentations.
JOB TYPE – Regular, Full-time, Hourly Team Leader; In Location, Onsite; Retail, Sales, Services, Supervisor, People and Business Management, Home Furnishing
HOURS – From 38 to 40 hours per week (HL4)
SHIFTS – Fully open work schedule availability including evenings and weekends required; Operations generally range between the window of 6am to 2:30pm; Minimum one weekend off per month; Work schedules are published one month in advance
PAY – The starting rates/salary for this position range from $24.57 to $35.11 and will be based on equivalent work experience
POSTING – The anticipated closing date is on or around 9/30/25
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? – Yes
At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!
*Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
*WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
*Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
*KinderCare tuition discount
*Retirement and bonus plans
*Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
*Pet insurance program
*Education assistance and learning programs
*Safety shoe reimbursement
*24/7 telehealth visits
*Dental and vision plans
*Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
*A fun and inclusive work environment
POLICY – Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. Please be aware that this is a Sensitive Position. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role.
QUALIFICATIONS
1 year of experience working with visual merchandising in a retail environment
Knowledge of Revit.
Must be comfortable with power tools.
Design degree preferred.
You’ll be creating an inspiring IKEA shopping experience by leveraging your knowledge of consumer buying behavior, store layout, presentation and the local market.
• Using Visual Merchandising competence to execute product line presentation solutions in the retail store.
• Securing vitality and seasonality in home furnishings by implementing relevant solutions in customer, co-worker and sales support areas.
• Utilizing working methods to ensure simplicity, cost-effectiveness and efficiency using US and global tools, and best practices.
• Generating creative directions that inspire and surprise visitors with an exciting visual impression and seasonally relevant offers.
• Sharing local insights to enhance the retail store layout and product range presentations.
You’re inspired to create magical, in-store experiences. You are passionate about retail merchandising and visual display. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
You’ll be creating an inspiring IKEA shopping experience by leveraging your knowledge of consumer buying behavior, store layout, presentation and the local market.
• Using Visual Merchandising competence to execute product line presentation solutions in the retail store.
• Securing vitality and seasonality in home furnishings by implementing relevant solutions in customer, co-worker and sales support areas.
• Utilizing working methods to ensure simplicity, cost-effectiveness and efficiency using US and global tools, and best practices.
• Generating creative directions that inspire and surprise visitors with an exciting visual impression and seasonally relevant offers.
• Sharing local insights to enhance the retail store layout and product range presentations.
JOB TYPE – Regular, Full-time, Hourly Team Leader; In Location, Onsite; Retail, Sales, Services, Supervisor, People and Business Management, Home Furnishing
HOURS – From 38 to 40 hours per week (HL4)
SHIFTS – Fully open work schedule availability including evenings and weekends required; Operations generally range between the window of 6am to 2:30pm; Minimum one weekend off per month; Work schedules are published one month in advance
PAY – The starting rates/salary for this position range from $24.57 to $35.11 and will be based on equivalent work experience
POSTING – The anticipated closing date is on or around 9/30/25
BENEFITS ELIGIBLE? – Yes
At IKEA, taking care of our co-workers and their dependents is a top priority. That’s why we offer our eligible, regular co-workers (part-time and full-time) a full menu of benefits and perk options to help everyone maintain work and life balance, be well and plan for their future. Join our team and enjoy these benefits and so much more!
*Generous paid time off, holiday and sick time
*WiselyPay – get earned wages up to two days early
*Paid parental leave (up to 16 weeks)
*KinderCare tuition discount
*Retirement and bonus plans
*Co-worker discount, meal deal, and referral bonus
*Pet insurance program
*Education assistance and learning programs
*Safety shoe reimbursement
*24/7 telehealth visits
*Dental and vision plans
*Medical and Rx plans (must work min. 20 hrs/wk)
*A fun and inclusive work environment
POLICY – Thank you for your interest in applying for this role. Please be aware that this is a Sensitive Position. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and a drug test as a condition of employment for this role.
QUALIFICATIONS
1 year of experience working with visual merchandising in a retail environment
Knowledge of Revit.
Must be comfortable with power tools.
Design degree preferred.
You’ll be creating an inspiring IKEA shopping experience by leveraging your knowledge of consumer buying behavior, store layout, presentation and the local market.
• Using Visual Merchandising competence to execute product line presentation solutions in the retail store.
• Securing vitality and seasonality in home furnishings by implementing relevant solutions in customer, co-worker and sales support areas.
• Utilizing working methods to ensure simplicity, cost-effectiveness and efficiency using US and global tools, and best practices.
• Generating creative directions that inspire and surprise visitors with an exciting visual impression and seasonally relevant offers.
• Sharing local insights to enhance the retail store layout and product range presentations.
Salary : $25 - $35
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