People & Culture Generalist - Supply Area Americas

At IKEA, we do things a little different. We think differently, act differently, and work differently as well. We like to break things, like rules. More so we like to make things, like music-playing lamps, and beds disguised as sofas, even plant balls that help us look after our planet. It’s all part of our vision - to create a better everyday life for the many. This has been keeping our co-workers going for over 75 years. By 2030, we hope to help millions more to look forward to going home. Maybe you can help us?

The Inter IKEA Group is a part of Inter IKEA Systems B.V., owner of the IKEA Concept and worldwide IKEA franchisor.

IKEA Supply is responsible for securing that the product offer is produced and delivered to our customers. We lead the supply agenda across many functions and work together with all business areas, different business units, but also retail markets to secure customer availability in all markets and sales channels at lowest total cost.

IKEA Purchasing and Logistics Services US Inc. is part of our Supply Area Americas which also has an office in Curitiba, Brazil and Mexico City, Mexico, and is a subsidiary of the Inter IKEA Group.

Developing People and Culture is powerful! It’s about putting co-workers in the center with a focus on engagement and purpose. It is about our commitment to the constant development of our culture while embracing differences. As People & Culture function we want to be relevant and to truly contribute adding value to the business by attracting, recruiting, and developing people who love to fulfill our vision.

The role of the People & Culture Department is to establish IKEA as the preferred employer by attracting those who share the IKEA values, ensuring development for all co-workers, inspiring them to perform and remain with IKEA by:

• Working in partnership with the business staff functions
• Ensuring the appropriate HR processes and tools are implemented
• Actively contributing to the growth of business through people

Your main responsibilities:

• Understand business context, issues, and challenges to provide specific advice and support to managers and co-workers.
• Ensure HR-related compliance and take actions in case of deviations or improvement potentials
• Support in attracting, recruiting, and maintaining talents based on business needs and facilitating competence flow within and cross-business units.
• Be a role model for IKEA Culture & Values and by that secure legal, ethical and moral perspective in people management and leadership situations.
• Leading projects and assignments connected to our People & Culture Processes.

To be successful in this role you need to have:

• At least 5-8 years’ experience in HR department preferably as an HR Generalist, Specialist or Business Partner
• Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with various audiences in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment and the ability to drive results
• Good knowledge of local employment legislations, co-worker relations and labor market situations and trends
• HR certification preferred

If you have lots of energy, a strong drive and high commitment and you enjoy working in a diverse and changing environment where there is still time for laughter every day, this could be the job for you.

Does this sound like your next challenge? We look forward to receiving your motivation letter and application.

At IKEA, we value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are committed to providing coworkers with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We encourage individualism and invite you to come join our team and be yourself with us! 

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristic protected by law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need.  

Want to learn more about current opportunities? Come say Hej (hello in Swedish) here:  https://about.ikea.com/en/work-with-us