Category Manager, IKEA

IKEA

Location:
Sweden, Älmhult

Category:
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Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

IKEA Components holds a unique position within the IKEA value chain, developing and supplying customer friendly component solutions for better products and better homes. The Category Manager will establish and develop a high-performing supplier base, create competitive advantages for IKEA, lead and develop Category Management Teams, and work towards long-lasting and sustainable business relationships.

Job Responsibility:

Development and implementation of the Category Business Plan
development of the wished position for the future supplier landscape
supplier classification and defining needs for new suppliers
securing professional long-term business development with suppliers
ensuring a competitive offer with availability as a top priority
recruitment, development, performance management, retention and succession plan for team members
setting actions and driving initiatives in line with IKEA overall Sustainability direction

Requirements:

Solid purchasing knowledge
proven track record of consistently meeting/exceeding results in leading and developing both business and people
deep knowledge of IKEA Strategic landscape, especially IKEA Purchasing Strategy, as well as IKEA Business models
knowledge of supplier capabilities and material, service and production
experience in leading others
previous experience of leading leaders on remote distance is an advantage

Nice to have:

Experience of leading leaders on remote distance
desire to find new business opportunities
ability to navigate in complex environments filled with unknowns and uncertainties

What we offer:

Exciting and empowering work environment in a global marketplace
exceptional opportunities to grow and develop together with IKEA

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 16, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Category Manager