Sustainability Specialist

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A job at IKEA is much more than just a job. Together, co‑workers (yes, that’s what we call our colleagues) are helping more and more people create a better everyday life, starting from their homes. Would you like to contribute to this mission? And at the same time, work in a place that makes you feel at home, where you can be yourself and express your talent? Great, you’re in the right place!

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Cooperate with the store management team to ensure Sustainability is integrated into the store Action Plan
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective and consistent engagement throughout the local area
• Establish and lead processes to facilitate the concrete and effective alignment of the sustainability strategy and its integration into the store's corporate agenda
• Communicate internally and externally, the strategy and goals, acting as the company's ambassador on sustainability topics
• Make sure that the store Action Plan is implemented and periodically checked through the Sustainability Functional Review and other relevant assessments
• Act as reference person for co‑workers regarding sustainability related matters, contributing to co‑worker training and engagement initiatives
• Work in cooperation with our national and local strategic partners and charitable organizations to ensure shared campaigns and initiatives are effectively planned, executed and communicated
• Provide sustainability related contents for communication purposes, with special focus on local initiatives
• Provide an inspiring and motivating direction for the store colleagues on how, together, we can grow IKEA in a sustainable and socially responsible way

What you’ll need to have

• Demonstrated experience in the field of communication, Corporate Social Responsibility and a strong interest in sustainability issues
• In‑depth knowledge of how to initiate, plan, execute, control and close a project
• Ability to engage a receiver and create passion for your plans
• Ability to create a strong network of partners internally and externally to the company
• Ability to recognize the link between environmental sustainability and the commercial agenda
• Committed to creating a more sustainable way of living
• Good level of English
• Self‑reliant and motivated with proven ability to work as part of a team as well as independently

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