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About IKEA

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centers that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Your role

• Maximizing sales and profitability by ensuring your area of responsibility is clean, tidy, fully stocked and correctly priced. You also ensure your products are in perfect condition at all times.
• Being passionate about the products you sell and actively learning about their features and benefits. You then want to share this knowledge with customers and colleagues.
• Actively approaching customers who you see need additional help, and advising them on the best solutions for their homes in order to sell more.
• Preparing your area of responsibility for stock replenishment and next day’s business.
• Understanding your department’s action plans, and supporting the goals and targets set by your manager.

Training, development & rotations

IKEA has its own system of learning and trainings designed for a specific job position. You will get introduction training as a new co-worker where you will learn about how the company operates, the safety and security rules, customer friendly principles and our environmental approach. You will also get a mentor – a colleague who answers all your questions, shows you your department and introduces you to your colleagues. You will pass more trainings according to your training plan then.

Development possibilities in IKEA are as varied as the personalities of our co-workers. We have a Development talk at least once a year which is a friendly meeting with your manager where you agree together where you would like to go and how you’d like develop yourself in the future.

Salary & benefits

The average salary for sales associate is MYR 18,900/yr. Some of the employee benefits include Medical/RX, Dental/Vision, paid time off, parental leave, retirement, income protection, disability and more.

Career progression

Working for  IKEA franchise makes you part of a fast-paced family of people who enjoy exceptional career and learning possibilities. We have an ambitious expansion plan in Southeast Asia and are committed to helping people develop. We encourage co-workers to try different roles, change between functions and even move between countries (if that’s what you want!) We design our own career path with a manager and create a development plan to help reach professional goals. As you grow, IKEA grows too. Explore our many different work areas and search our available jobs.

Work-life balance

IKEA has a work life balance rating of 3.6. Company really cares about the employees Super fun place to work, with good benefits and amazing coworkers. Weekends are hectic and the weekdays are super slow, repetitive, and can get quite boring. Lots of night shifts for part-time workers.

Culture & Vibe

We’re a diverse group of down-to-earth, straightforward people with a passion for home furnishing. We come from all over the world, but we share an inspiring vision: “to create a better everyday life for the many people”. How we realise this vision is based on our shared humanistic values. These values guide our work and build our inclusive, open and honest culture. It’s all based on a spirit of togetherness and enthusiasm. We work hard, but we have fun doing it. We’re always looking for people who share our positive attitude and values.

We believe that every individual has something valuable to offer and we strive to have the same values in the way we work. Togetherness is at the heart of the IKEA culture. We are strong when we trust each other, pull in the same direction and have fun together

About You

• You are confident about approaching and talking to people in a polite and friendly manner.
• You are enthusiastic about working with others in a team.
• You have a flexible approach to work and are open to change.
• You have an interest in home furnishing and people’s everyday life at home.
• You can prioritize and organize your own work to make efficient use of your time.

How to apply

To apply for the job just click the Apply on employer site button below and submit your resume and credentials. You’ll be asked for your personal information and why you want to work for us. We recommend you apply as soon as possible because we accept ongoing applications and offer positions on a first-come, first-served basis.