Visual Merchandiser - Croydon

IKEA Croydon are looking to welcome a Visual Merchandiser to the store team.

We are seeking a creative, detail‑oriented individual who thrives on generating new ideas, embraces innovation, and enjoys working in an environment of frequent change.

As a Visual Merchandiser, you will design engaging, eye‑catching displays, arrange merchandise to spotlight key products, and ensure our store layout remains both attractive and functional.

WHAT WE OFFER   

• The Start Date of employment will be 3rd August 2026.
• Starting salary of £30,300 based on competence and experience . 
• 39 Hours working 5 days per week, including early mornings, weekends and night shift to support business needs.
• Shift pattern includes starting from 7am.
• We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.  

WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS  

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.  

• 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.  
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.  
• iBenefits – Rewards & discount portal . 
• Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks . 

..as well so much more

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE  

• You have a relevant design-based qualification and relevant experience in visual merchandising and/or retail design is a requirement for this role. 
•  A working knowledge in design software for example Autodesk REVIT, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, or comparable applications.
• You are motivated by retail, home furnishing design and how people live, and have the ability to generate commercial ideas to inspire our customers.  
• You are self-motivated and have a proactive approach, being at ease working with various hand tools and comfortable working at heights.
• You can handle different situations and are able to efficiently manage your time when working to meet agreed deadlines.
• Have a creative spirit complemented by commercial understanding and visual skills, with a keen sense of composition and aesthetics.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY  

• Use visual merchandising skills to enhance the uniqueness of the IKEA identity in range presentation solutions in the store by working with store layout, range presentation and vitality.
• Understanding the local market to create, plan and implement relevant, inspiring, affordable and commercial range presentation solutions that reflect a wide variety of styles, price levels, meet the many individual tastes and satisfy our visitor's expectations. 
• Collaborate with the wider Communication & Interior Design team and can influence other functions, act quickly to exploit commercial opportunities and understand the impact of actions on the financial results.
• Working with th...