Kitchen Planner - #1696791

IKEA Birmingham are looking to welcome a Kitchen planner to the team.

A kitchen planner at IKEA is like a design wizard, turning customer dreams into reality by crafting stylish, functional kitchens with a sprinkle of creativity, a dash of product expertise.

WHAT WE OFFER

• The Start Date of employment will be: 21st of June
• We have 2 contract sizes
39hrs working 5 days over 7 with every 2nd weekend off
30hrs working 5 days over 7 with every 4th weekend off.
• The starting salary for the 39hr contract is £25,860 - 30hr contract £19,890 per annum.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.


WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks
• Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you

..as well so much more! Full Benefit List https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310/


WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

• Experience in kitchen planning is advantageous, although not required as full training is provided.
• Experience of working in a customer and commercial-oriented business, with an interest in people’s everyday life at home within their kitchen.
• Confidence to take personal initiatives and be open to change, with the ability to both find solutions to complex problems and be able to communicate to the customer.
• Confident in using computer software.


WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING ON THE DAY TO DAY

• You actively engage with our customers to identify their needs and how to inspire and advise them on the best solutions for their life at home through home furnishings.
• Support maximising sales by being proud of your areas of responsibility, ensuring the customer meets an area that is clean, well presented and easy to shop.
• Kitchen Planning & Designing for up to 2 hours with an additional 30-60 minutes to provide accurate plans, worktop and installation quotations for the customer.
• Calling future customers to secure bookings and developing a personal follow-up routine with your customers
• Closing the sale and securing payments both in store and remotely.


WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many


RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION –

Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

• Please attach an updated CV and a cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a short video interview with pre-recorded questions
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to a face-to- face interview.

We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

For any advice or support, email Recruiter [email protected] and I will be happy to help!