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IKEA Exeter are looking to welcome a Graphic Communication Leader to join our amazing Communication and Interior Design team. This is a permanent, full-time role. We’re seeking a Graphic Communication Leader who can deliver visually compelling work with speed, precision, and creative excellence. You’ll drive projects and work to deadlines, ensuring in-store communications are relevant and timely, and consistent with the IKEA Culture, Values and Brand.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, inspire and challenge the Communication & Interior Design team and other functions in the store to strengthen the uniqueness and consistency of the IKEA identity in store communication
Lead the process of planning and implementing store communication to ensure that it conveys the benefits of the IKEA Concept, completes and enhances range presentation by using proven solutions, best practices, guidelines and national directions
Develop, implement and evaluate store communication strategies that support a convenient shopping experience by using the knowledge about life at home and shopping behavior in the local market
Actively support in developing the department action plan with store communication initiatives that are focused on growing the business and support long-term profitability and execute agreed plans in close co-operation with other functions
Set clear expectations and standards regarding routines and responsibilities, work together with the Communication & Interior team and other store functions, act quickly to exploit commercial opportunities and understand the impact of your actions on the financial results
Secure high standards for good visual balance and consistency, quality and simplicity, cost-efficiency and sustainability in producing and implementing all store communication
You will take central communication packs and implement them instore adapting them to the local market when necessary
Requirements:
Proven leadership experience is essential
Education and experience in graphic communication design, media and typography
Prior experience using Adobe Suite, including photoshop, InDesign and illustrator
Proven success in managing, inspiring, leading and developing people and creative processes
Clear communication and coaching skills, i.e. the ability to explain concepts verbally and visual interpretation
Proven experience in setting and implementing action plans, provide clear direction and follow up goals
Proven ability to prioritise and organise work and the work of others in order to make the most efficient use of available time and meet agreed goals and deadlines
What we offer:
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
iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal
Free healthy meal options every shift, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks, desserts, etc. A fully-stocked co-worker restaurant, saving you money and providing you with convenience