Retail Specialist (9-Month Project), Ikea Singapore

About the job At IKEA Singapore, we are looking for a hands-on individual with the drive to lead, the eagerness to learn, and the courage to challenge the status quo. In our 9-Month project, you will spend time contributing to our business from the ground up—working alongside co-workers on the shop floor, supporting operational excellence behind the scenes, and contributing to strategic initiatives that shape the future of IKEA Singapore. You will support our Marketing and Communications teams, campaigns generation, customer engagement initiatives, digital marketing, public relations, social media development, and community partnerships to build brand awareness, drive store visitation, and connect with customers across multiple touchpoints. Your assignment Lend your expertise across the retail business from the ground up, deep dive into the retail landscape by working across our business. You will spend time working alongside co-workers on the shop floor understanding our customer base, supporting operational excellence behind the scenes, and contributing to strategic initiatives. Within the Marketing and Communications function, contribute to the success of campaign implementation with time in the various verticals such as social media production, advertising and campaign development, event planning and execution, writing of various media releases and reports, etc. Internal communications, co-worker engagement and work surrounding community impact and sustainability initiatives ensuring IKEA remains a force for good will also be part of the scope. In order to achieve success in the role, close collaborations across functions, and timely coordination and delivery will be necessary. Your profile You are driven by a deep curiosity to explore, eagerness to learn and drive to succeed. You have a deep interest in marketing and communications, retail and passion for home furnishing. You are a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and collaborating with diverse teams. You are adaptable, resilient, and comfortable navigating new challenges and unfamiliar situations. You are proactive and self-driven, with a willingness to take ownership of your work and learning journey. You are commercially minded, with an interest in how business decisions drive performance and growth. You enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and are eager to take ownership of meaningful work. Most importantly, you share our passion for creating a better everyday life for the many people.