Graphic Designer

Job description / Role

Graphic Designer | Retail | IKEA Mall of Arabia

Job Requisition ID: 159850

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 Arab 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 world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group's entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization 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

Secure that the graphic standards * communication materials are implemented in the IKEA store in line with the IKEA manuals.

What you will do

OPERATIONAL
- Install IKEA Trade Name & Word mark & ensure they are properly projected and strictly observed as per the IKEA Trademark Manual and Company Policy document.
- Plan and execute a high level of Graphic solutions by communicating IKEA product features and solutions in all in-store areas.
- Perform daily and weekly checks on implementation and application of graphic displays to ensure consistent standards and translations are correct (in line with IKEA visual identity. IKEA Trademark and IKEA pricing as described in the IKEA Manual).
- Work with Sales and in-store logistics by following the work brief process in planning and implementing graphic solutions to support the stores set sales targets and activity calendar
- Implement graphic communication (notice board, usage of IKEA furnishing in Offices, signage & Posters) to all sales support areas and non-customers' areas in order to maintain the store in accordance to IKEA standards, so that the perception of visitors to those areas is as strong as in the store.

COMMERCIAL
- Plan and execute any changes to graphic solutions as directed from GD Leader within the store so that they are in keeping with the store's current commercial calendar and activities.
- Develop a deep understanding and knowledge of Graphic Com-In related to IKEA manuals, proven ideas and guidelines (continual usages of toolbox for updates from IKEA Sweden) as set out by IKEA System B.V. in order to improve own skill base and competence (use yearly improvement plan set by Com-In Manager)
- Obtain a knowledge of competitors' activities, the local market and our customers (communication, marketing adverts and trends in graphic materials) in order to develop awareness of Ikea Customers with the store.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:
- Degree / Diploma in Interior Designing or Architecture
- 5 years' experience within the Communication & Interior Design department (preferably in an IKEA store)

Job-Specific/Technical Skills required to complete the tasks:
- Must have skills in using sign making equipment and preferably experience in working with Macintosh graphic software.
- Proficient user of graphic design programs such as Photoshop & AutoCAD.
- Excellent command of English Language.
- Excellent command of Arabic Language is preferred.
- Attention to details
- Very good communication skills.

Behavioral Competencies:
- Customer Focused.
- Individual Accountability
- Continuous Improvement approach.
- Personal Leadership.

About the Company

Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.

The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.

The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.