Business Developer

Please note that we have a preferred candidate for this position.


The world is changing and the IKEA business is changing with it. For IKEA though, one thing will always remain the same - our vision to create a better everyday life for the many people.
We will strengthen and develop competences in order to meet the needs and dreams of the many people around the world and to be accessible, wherever and whenever they wish to meet IKEA.
We are looking for people who are passionate and with digital experience from diverse backgrounds. Ideally you have been working as a consultant, business developer/analyst, or product owner in digital development with at least two year experience. We offer a unique opportunity to develop a holistic view of the IKEA business. When you grow, IKEA grows too. Do you want to contribute?
About Inter IKEA Systems and Core Business Franchise
Inter IKEA Systems B.V. is the franchisor and the owner of the IKEA Concept, including the IKEA trademarks.
In Core Business Franchise we are responsible for the IKEA strategic framework and keeping it together through an IKEA Concept which is updated, relevant, implemented and followed-up together with all IKEA trademark users.
We enable IKEA people in the value chain by developing new ways of working supported by processes, methods, tools and services, and we also develop the business by leading:
The development of solutions that will ensure a unique and successful meeting with existing and new IKEA customers.
When and how IKEA expands, enabling one common way of working with high impact at a low cost.

We offer an open working environment where everyone feels comfortable to experiment, try new ways and dare to ask: “What if…?” And we offer possibilities for you to develop yourself and your career globally. Read more about us at about.IKEA.com
Now we are looking for a Business Developer with a technical competence and background to join our team in Helsingborg.
About the assignment
As a Business Developer within you will identify business opportunities and support the ongoing development of the retail solutions. One of your most immediate contribution would be in the area of mobile Application, Web, E-Commerce, social commerce and digital development. As a result, you will support the IKEA retailers to grow their business.
Furthermore you will:
Lead and create requirements for development of web, apps and other digital solutions
Quality assure Digital developmentin the area of Mobile App, Web, E-commerce
Support process leaders to create communication and training material for developed solutions
Support process leaders to transfer know how to IKEA retailers worldwide through various learning activities
Support pilot and roll-out activities so that business benefits are realised

About you
To be successful in this role we believe that you have relevant experience from developments in the area of mobile apps, web, e-commerce, social commerce, or similar. Ideally, you have knowledge of modern app and web development with the highest user experience standards, as well as experience of defining business processes and requirements for digital development in retail.
Capabilities and motivation
Innovative and thinking creatively in developing new ideas
You are analytical with an eye for details
Delivery oriented and business minded approach where the customers are in focus.
You have an interest and the capability to collaborate and build long lasting relationships with stakeholders, people from different teams and functions.
You find motivation in, and live the IKEA values.

Additional information
The position is full time (40h/week) and currently located in Helsingborg Väla, Sweden but will be moved to Malmö, Sweden within the coming year.