Graphic Communication Specialist Retail IKEA Jebel Ali

Job Requisition ID: 172210

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the worlds most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role

The Graphic Designer is responsible for ensuring that graphic standards within IKEA stores are consistent with IKEA manuals, enhancing customer engagement through effective graphic solutions. The role demands collaboration with internal teams to support sales initiatives and adherence to IKEAs visual identity across customer and non-customer areas in stores.

What You Will Do

Operational

• Ensure the IKEA Trade Name & Word mark are accurately projected and strictly observed as per the IKEA Trademark Manual and Company Policy.
• Plan and execute high-level graphic solutions by effectively communicating IKEA product features and solutions throughout all in-store areas.
• Conduct daily and weekly checks on the implementation and application of graphic displays to ensure consistency with standards and correct translations in line with IKEA visual identity and pricing.
• Collaborate with Sales and in-store logistics to plan and implement graphic solutions supporting set sales targets and the activity calendar.
  
  

Commercial

• Plan and execute changes to graphic solutions as directed to align with the stores current commercial calendar and activities.
• Implement graphic communication across sales support areas and non-customer areas to maintain a strong perception for visitors, consistent with IKEA standards.
  
  

Brand Capital

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Graphic Com-In materials and guidelines based on IKEA manuals, continually updating skills through IKEAs toolbox and using the improvement plan set by the Com-In Manager.
• Gain knowledge of competitor activities, local market, and customer communication trends to enhance awareness and strategies aimed at IKEA customers.
  
  

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Proficiency in sign-making equipment and MacIntosh graphic software.
• Ability to maintain and enhance store standards through visual communication.
• Strong collaboration skills with sales and logistics teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset to keep skills up-to-date with IKEA standards.
  
  

What Qualifies You For The Role

• Educational qualification in Arts/Graphic.
• Experience working in Graphic design
• Proficiency in using sign-making equipment and MacIntosh graphic software.
• Strong understanding of customer focus, accountability, continuous improvement, leadership, and teamwork.
  
  

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