Visual Merchandiser And Activity Co-Worker

We are looking for a creative and passionate Visual Merchandiser and activity co-worker to join our team. If you love design, have a keen eye for aesthetics, and want to inspire customers while creating engaging retail environments that drive sales and improve everyday life, this is your opportunity

You are a creative and customer-focused individual with a passion for home furnishing and retailing. You possess a design-based education and have a keen eye for aesthetics. Your ability to generate new ideas and concepts, along with your enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment, makes you an ideal candidate. You have a passion for understanding how people live at home and are driven to improve their shopping experience through innovative and inspiring visual merchandising solutions. You are flexible with working hours, willing to adjust your schedule to complete projects and tasks according to business needs.

What you bring to the role

• A strong sense of style and design, with the ability to create visually appealing displays.
• Experience in visual merchandising or similar retail work.
• Skills in design software like Revit and/or AutoCAD.
• Proficient communication skills in Finnish and/or English, enabling clear and effective interaction with stakeholders and clients in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to work well with others and manage tasks efficiently.
• Willingness to travel domestically and/or internationally for work and/or projects.
• Experience in working with clients and teams to create successful projects.

You will have a proven track record in the following areas

• Implementing range presentation solutions that reflect various styles and price levels.
• Enhancing customer shopping experiences through knowledge of consumer behavior and store layout.
• Collaborating effectively with teams to seize commercial opportunities and improve financial results.
• Staying updated on home furnishing trends and generating creative directions that inspire visitors.
• Demonstrating confidence in approaching and communicating with different people in various situations, focusing on developing business through people.

• Design inspiring in-store presentations that create a smooth and enjoyable shopping experience.

• Keep visual displays fresh and relevant by applying insights into customer behavior, the store layout, merchandising techniques, and the local market.
• Plan, implement, and maintain all visual merchandising solutions throughout the store.
• Bring design concepts to life on the sales floor, ensuring they are engaging and aligned with our international concept.
• Collaborate daily with skilled interior design and visual merchandising professionals.
• Create displays that spark excitement and inspire customers to explore home décor ideas.

Where others see home furnishing products, we see smart solutions to create a better everyday life. With a great deal of passion, imagination and brainstorming we turn colours, textiles and furniture into inspiring environments that excite, engage and convince IKEA visitors that they can do it too!

The position is full-time (37.5 hours/week) and permanent. We hope that you can start no later than January 12, 2026.

We believe everyone has something unique to offer, so please tell us more about yourself by applying through the “Apply Now” button. Include your updated CV and cover letter no later than December 7, 2026. Interviews will take place during weeks 49 and 50. We’ll communicate recruitment updates via email.

Salary according to the retail sector collective agreement, wage group C.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Visual Merchandising/Activity Manager Olivia Casagrande, olivia.casagrande@ingka.ikea.com.

The world needs people like you. So do we. Come work with us just as you are.

Working at an IKEA unit is more than just a job – you’ll be part of a community that values equality and diversity. A sense of belonging is important to our co-workers, and team spirit is at the heart of what we do. IKEA offers various career paths and development opportunities tailored to you. We encourage you to share your ideas for improving our work and help shape the future of IKEA success!

We value all our employees equally, and our salaries follow the retail sector's collective agreement. Your salary level will depend on your responsibilities, relevant work experience, and any qualifications in the field.

In addition to salary, you’ll enjoy extensive staff benefits such as:

• Smartum Saldo
• Employee discounts on our products
• Healthy and delicious breakfast and lunch menus at very low prices in our staff restaurants
• One IKEA Bonus Program
• Gifts on special days and at Christmas, and much more!