We're the team behind the scenes that make IKEA products available to many people. As a diverse mix of co-workers, we use our supply process expertise to balance range and space capacity with forecasting and ordering to provide customers with high availability while minimizing costs.
Your Responsibilities
* Secure and maximize efficiency in unit operations by actively working with simplification of current processes and system solutions.
* Guide all stakeholders through continuous improvements and work method initiatives: planning, coordination, and follow-up.
* Compile development needs within the unit and take part in prioritization and decision-making of improvements.
* Be Lean methodology ambassador in the unit.
* Organize Lean workshops and trainings for each target group.
* Report Lean initiatives and improvements towards all stakeholders.
* Measure, observe, and assess standard work via an internal 'audit' program.
* Contribute to different warehouse activities with inputs, ideas, and expertise to maximize efficiency and optimize operation.
* Lead and represent the fulfillment unit in cross-functional/cross-unit improvement activities.
* Contribute to securing agreed availability goals and correct stock structure for the unit.
* Secure an excellent commercial planning and execution by actively working together with commercial partners.
* Enable efficient operations by supporting the supply integration process, cooperating with supply chain partners, and securing correct replenishment of the unit.
What You Are
* You have a result-driven mindset.
* You possess high organizational skills as well as the ability to prioritize and work in a structured way.
* You have a flexible approach and openness to change.
* Change management skills are a must.
* You have a collaborative approach and the ability to build relationships across the organization, having influence and personal impact using strong communication skills.
* You are enthusiastic about teamwork and motivating people.
* You possess moderate project management skills.
* You can make things happen with flexibility, speed, and simplicity.
* You can apply tactical and operational thinking when analyzing business opportunities to initiate changes.
* You can apply analytical and process-oriented thinking when acting and proposing solutions.
* You enjoy delivering improvements in a fast-paced and constantly changing omnichannel environment with a customer-centric approach.
* You have end-to-end process orientation when acting and proposing solutions.
* You have experience in problem-solving and improving processes and ways of working.
* You are passionate about logistics and have the ability to use your know-how to optimize processes with high-quality understanding of the financial impact and customer experience.
* You have a good understanding of KPIs used for success measures in the fulfillment unit.
* You have good knowledge of relevant IT systems solutions.
* You are able to connect in English and the local language of our unit (NL and/or FR) is a must.
Why Join IKEA
We believe in entrepreneurship and initiative and want to make it easy for you. In the first few weeks/months, you will be offered a 5-step development plan to get you started, with enough personal space to create the learning moments you need.
We offer this structure and a supportive network of colleagues who will make sure you feel comfortable in this situation and give you time to learn, make mistakes, and develop.
In addition to a competitive remuneration, we offer:
* Eco-vouchers.
* End-of-year bonus, holiday pay, and sector premiums.
* An additional allowance if you come by bike.
* Private leasing of an electric bike.
* Comprehensive hospitalization insurance.
* A private accidents insurance.
* Pension savings.
* A leave savings plan: choose how you want your late/early hours to be paid out: a supplement on your salary or in holiday hours.
* We also offer extra-legal holidays, seniority holidays, and for full-time colleagues, 6 extra days off.
* A canteen where you can eat delicious food at very democratic prices.
* IKEA Tack Loyalty reward: an additional deposit into your retirement savings based on our global results and your loyalty to IKEA.
* ONE IKEA Bonus: an additional bonus based on your shop's results.
* IKEA Benefits at work: a portal offering great discounts for well-known stores and brands.
* IKEA staff discount: 15% on all your purchases.
* Team outings & staff parties: because togetherness is very important to us.
* A nice extra in case of legal cohabitation/marriage/birth/retirements to celebrate these beautiful moments.