Store Lean Leader, IKEA

IKEA

Location:

Belgium, Sint-Denijs-Westrem

Category:

Logistics

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

As a Store Lean Leader at IKEA, your role is to secure and maximize efficiency in operations by simplifying processes, being a Lean methodology ambassador, and leading continuous improvements. You will organize workshops, collaborate across teams, and ensure customer-centric, cost-effective logistics solutions.

Job Responsibility:

Secure and maximize efficiency in unit operations by actively working with simplification of current processes and system solutions
Guide all stakeholders through all continuous improvements & workmethod initiatives: planning, coordination & follow-up
Compile development needs within and take part in the prioritization and decision making of improvements
Be Lean methodology ambassador in the unit
Organize Lean workshops & trainings for each target group
Report Lean initiatives and improvements towards all stakeholders
Measure, observe, assess standard work via an internal ‘audit’ program
Contribute to different warehouse activities with inputs, ideas and expertise to maximize efficiency and optimize operation
Lead and represent the fulfilment unit in cross functional/cross unit improvement activities
Contribute to secure the agreed availability goals and correct stock structure for the unit
Securing an excellent commercial planning and execution by actively working together with commercial partners
Enable efficient operations by supporting the supply integration process, co-operating with supply chain partners and securing correct replenishment of the unit

Requirements:

Result-driven mindset
High organisational skills as well as ability to prioritise and work in a structured way
Flexible approach and openness to change
Change management skills are a must
Collaborative approach and ability to build relationships across the organisation and having influence and personal impact by using strong communication skills
Enthusiastic about teamwork and motivating people
Moderate project management skills
Ability to make things happen with flexibility, speed and simplicity
Ability to apply tactical and operational thinking in analysing business opportunities to initiate changes
Ability to apply analytical and process oriented thinking when acting and propose solutions
Enjoy delivering improvements in a fastpaced and constantly changing omnichannel environment with a customer-centric approach
End-to-end process orientation when acting and proposing solutions
Experience in problem solving and improving processes and ways of working
Passion about logistics and have the ability use your know-how to optimize processes with high quality understanding the financial impact and customer experience
Good understanding of KPIs used for success measures in fulfilment unit
Good knowledge of relevant IT systems solutions
Able to connect in English and the local language of our unit (NL and/or FR) is a must

What we offer:

Eco-vouchers
End-of-year bonus, holiday pay and sector premiums
An additional allowance if you come by bike
Private leasing of an electric bike
Comprehensive hospitalization insurance
A private accidents insurance
Pension savings
A leave savings plan
Extra-legal holidays and seniority holidays
6 extra days off for full-time colleagues
A canteen where you can eat delicious food at very democratic prices
IKEA Tack! Loyalty reward
ONE IKEA Bonus
IKEA Benefits at work
IKEA staff discount 15% on all your purchases
Team outings & staff parties
A nice extra in case of legal cohabitation, marriage, birth, or retirement

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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