Event Manager, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
Sweden, Malmö

Category:
Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The Event Manager will oversee all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring events run smoothly, meet objectives, and provide a positive experience for attendees. The role involves strategic planning of events, stakeholder coordination, budget management, and driving improvements for better efficiency and alignment with IKEA values.

Job Responsibility:

Secure strategic planning of events, including event scheduling and coordination
Develop, implement and improve the planning process, from customer requests and brief writing to event execution and follow up
Develop and maintain an event catalog that will help standardize and streamline the event planning and execution process
Work and collaborate with key stakeholders to secure the successful, cost-conscious, professional and impactful execution of events and meetings according to customer wishes
Secure events and meetings meet budget requirements and stay low-cost
Coordinate and manage key stakeholders, both internal and external, with the purpose of building simple and efficient ways of working together with IKEA values in the center
Coordinate with key stakeholders to secure safety and security, compliance, and a focus on sustainability

Requirements:

Degree in Event Management or related field
Managerial experience
Proven record and experience in project management and managing relationships
Experience in leading Event Planning, including creating and maintaining an attractive offer, and managing a proactive schedule of varying events and meetings
Experience in coordinating and leading large meetings and events, both physical and digital
Very good knowledge of English both in speech and in writing
Good project management skills, including digital tools from the Microsoft Office 365 suite

Nice to have:

Ability to work against deadlines
Ability to prioritize and plan work
Initiative-taking
Adaptability to change
Strong relationship-building skills

What we offer:

Fun and challenging job in a complex and changing environment
Opportunity to work as a team to solve tasks
Freedom under responsibility
Opportunity to grow in your assignment
Providing excellent service and helping customers achieve their goals

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 15, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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