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Join IKEA Supply Chain Team: Supply Chain Network Designer. At IKEA, we believe in 'creating a better everyday life for the many people.' Our supply chain team is at the heart of making this vision a reality. Through innovative and efficient global supply chain networks, we ensure that every IKEA product reaches customers worldwide affordably and on time. As a global home furnishing leader, we are undergoing digital transformation, committed to building a smarter, more sustainable supply chain future. As a Supply Chain Network Designer, you will be a core strategic thinker planner in our supply chain planning. This role requires not only technical expertise but also strategic thinking and business acumen, as you will lead the global supply chain network and collaborate with key stakeholders designing and supporting that will drive IKEA's future growth.
Job Responsibility:
Lead end-to-end Network Optimization: Drive strategic optimization projects for IKEA's end-to-end network using advanced analytical tools
Network Scenario Planning: Support to make strategic network decisions through fact-based data analysis and future scenario planning
Omni-channel Network Design: Support to build up an optimized omni-channel network that fits market specific needs to ensure seamless online-to-offline customer experiences
Market Expansion Support: Develop supply chain roadmaps to enable business growth in new markets and countries
Innovation Principle & Process Development: Establish and implement best practices, methodologies, processes and approaches for supply chain network design
Requirements:
Solid background in supply chain management and network planning
End-to-end supply chain knowledge and mindset
Proficiency with supply chain optimization tools
Strong data analysis capabilities (SQL, Tableau/PowerBI, etc.)
Excellent mathematical and analytical skills
Exceptional project management skills with both strategic vision and attention to detail
Outstanding communication and influencing skills to articulate complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
Ability to express complicated reality in simple way (e.g. through storytelling)
Ability to engage and inspire teams across the organization
Adaptability in fast-paced, multitasking environments
Passion for business with strong drive and determination
Continuous curiosity for learning and improvement
Demonstration of IKEA values: Togetherness, Caring for people and planet, Cost-consciousness, etc.
5+ years of relevant work experience in supply chain management and network planning
Demonstrated success in supply chain optimization projects
Excellent English communication & presentation skills (written and spoken)