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The Director of Global IKEA Partnerships is responsible for owning Taskrabbit’s global IKEA partnership strategy and execution, with a focus on cross-region initiatives and high-visibility programs, both IKEA Furniture Assembly and beyond core assembly services. This is a critical leadership role within Business Development and a key driver of Taskrabbit’s long-term growth with its most strategic partner.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and execute the global IKEA partnership strategy, aligning long-term objectives with near-term execution across regions
Own major global IKEA initiatives and programs beyond assembly, including Home Improver, IKEA Marketing initiatives, and Goal Letter commitments
Drive strategic planning and prioritization across global and regional IKEA workstreams
Prepare synthesized updates and recommendations for executive leadership, including senior Taskrabbit and IKEA stakeholders
Lead cross-region IKEA projects, ensuring consistent execution while balancing regional market needs
Establish operating rhythms, success metrics, and governance models for global initiatives
Identify risks, dependencies, and opportunities across markets, and proactively manage escalations
Serve as a senior advisor and strategic partner to IKEA, leveraging a deep understanding of IKEA’s priorities and operating model
Identify opportunities to expand and evolve the partnership through new programs, services, and commercial models
Influence internal product, marketing, and operational roadmaps to support global IKEA priorities
Directly manage the EU Senior Manager of IKEA Partnerships and the NA Director of IKEA Partnerships
Provide functional leadership to the IKEA Partnerships organization
Partner closely with EU leadership, including the IKEA Program Lead EU and regional partner managers, ensuring alignment without disrupting established regional structures
Deliver results through empowerment and accountability by modeling, coaching, and caring for team members
Work closely with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Legal, and Finance to ensure seamless execution of global IKEA initiatives
Act as the primary liaison between IKEA and internal stakeholders for global programs and strategic initiatives
Requirements:
12+ years of progressively advancing experience in partnerships, business development, or account management, ideally within a marketplace, retail, or platform-based business
Proven experience leading complex, multi-region partnerships with senior executive stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to influence product strategy, operational priorities, and executive decision-making
Strong understanding of financial metrics, including P&L, ROI, and performance management
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively in ambiguous, fast-moving environments and drive clarity and execution
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams in a matrixed organization
What we offer:
Taskrabbit is a Hybrid Company
Employer-paid health insurance
401k match with immediate vesting (US employees)
Generous and flexible time off with 2 company-wide closure weeks