People & Culture Manager

IKEA Industry is the world’s largest manufacturer of wooden furniture and is an integral part of the IKEA supply chain. At IKEA Industry, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace where every co-worker can thrive. Our mission is to foster a culture of collaboration, growth, and well-being, in alignment with the IKEA vision of "creating a better everyday life for many people." Join us in crafting not just great products, but great futures for our co-workers.

In this role, you will be responsible for driving cultural initiatives and managing P&C functions specifically tailored to the unique needs of IKEA Industry. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and a proven leader with a track record of fostering a positive workplace culture. You will be leading People & Culture team of three professionals including payroll activities and overseeing personnel operations for more than 500 employees in our two units.

• Plan, develop and implement P&C strategies and initiatives that align with IKEA Industry’s business objectives and values.
• Serve as a liaison between management and co-workers to address demands, grievances, and other issues effectively.
• Lead the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to ensure we attract and retain top talent based on Ikea values and company needs.
• Support the current and future business needs through workforce planning, development, engagement, motivation, and retention programs.
• Design and monitor P&C systems and procedures including payroll agenda that perfectly fit IKEA Industry’s unique needs.
• Implement and analyze employee surveys and assist functions in translating results into actionable improvement plans.
• Manage employee performance and provide accurate training and development programs across the organization.
• Drive P&C projects (e.g. digitization of P&C processes, implementation of AI tools).
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and P&C best practices, maintaining the company´s reputation as a responsible employer.
• Manage and improve employee benefit programs.
• Be accountable for the execution of all administrative tasks relevant to the personnel management of co-workers.
• Be a good example of IKEA leadership in ways that express the IKEA values within and outside IKEA, and together with the unit managers help to safeguard and promote the IKEA Culture.

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Management or related field.
• Proven working experience as P&C Manager or other P&C Executive.              
• Knowledge of P&C systems (Workday, Smartrecruiter, Softip) and databases relevant to IKEA Industry operations is an advantage.
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and P&C best practices.
• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• 5 extra days of vacation.
• Flexible working hours.
• Possibility of occasional remote work (Home Office).
• Fitness center, sauna directly in the plant.
• Anniversary rewards and additional incentives.
• 15% discount at Ikea.
• Wage: from 4.000 EUR/month, final offer depends on proven experience of successful candidate

The position is open for Trnava site. Please, send your application via Smart Recruiter link. In a case of questions contact  [email protected] 

Excited about this opportunity? Apply today and become part of the IKEA family!