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Operations Manager, IKEA Kuching

Ikano-Retail


Job Location:

Kuching - Malaysia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 25 August 2026 (8 days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lead Operations Create Great Customer Experiences and Shape the Future of IKEA in East Malaysia.

At IKEA our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. As we prepare to expand our presence in East Malaysia we are looking for an experienced and passionate Operations Manager to join the IKEA Kuching leadership team. Reporting to the Store Manager the Operations Manager will lead three critical business functions: Fulfilment Customer Experience and IKEA Food ensuring operational excellence and an outstanding customer experience across every touchpoint.

You are a hands-on customer focused and down-to-earth leader. You are knowledgeable about all aspects of the IKEA retail system and you have passion to develop new ways of operating an IKEA store. This is a unique opportunity to help build IKEAs presence in East Malaysia and bring IKEA brand and experience closer to the many people.

 

Your Assignment

As a member of the Store Management Team you will:

  • Lead and develop high-performing teams across Fulfilment Customer Experience and IKEA Food.
  • Ensure a seamless and convenient customer journey before during and after every purchase.
  • Drive operational excellence productivity profitability and customer satisfaction.
  • Secure efficient order fulfilment product availability and last-mile customer delivery experiences.
  • Strengthen customer loyalty by delivering excellent service and continuously improving the customer experience.
  • Grow IKEA Food as a vibrant commercial business while ensuring exceptional food quality safety and service standards.
  • Use customer insights operational data and business analytics to drive continuous improvement and business performance.
  • Develop future leaders and build a strong succession pipeline within the Operations organisation and across Commercial organisation.
  • Contribute actively to the overall success and growth of IKEA Kuching and East Malaysia.

Qualifications :

Your profile

To Be Successful in This Role you have:

  • Minimum 5 years of IKEA experience with proven leadership capabilities. Experience in Fulfilment Customer Experience IKEA Food or Retail Operations is highly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of IKEA Culture Values and Commercial priorities is essential.
  • Proven leadership experience managing large and diverse teams in current IKEA Stores
  • Strong business acumen with a track record of delivering operational and commercial results.
  • Experience leading customer-facing operations and driving customer satisfaction.
  • Excellent communication stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
  • A passion for creating better experiences for customers and co-workers alike.
  • You have deep knowledge of all relevant IKEA Way Manuals relating to the Operations functions. The IKEA Way Manuals

Additional Information :

Why IKEA Kuching

This role offers a rare opportunity to:

  •  Be part of a new store opening journey.
  •  Broaden your leadership exposure across multiple functions.
  • Develop future leaders and build a high-performing team.
  •  Contribute to shaping IKEAs future in East Malaysia.

Why Join Us

Youll enjoy working in a collaborative inclusive and people-focused environment where learning development and continuous improvement are part of everyday life.

If youre looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your HR career wed love to hear from you.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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Ikano Retail owns and operates IKEA stores in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines and Mexico. We have an ambitious expansion plan and encourage our people to move between roles and even countries. We are not afraid to take on responsibility. We strive to make a positive impact ... View more

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