Laws & Standard Specialist

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Laws & Standard Specialist
IKEA IMS Store Equipment, Älmhult


The IKEA Vision is to create a better life for the many people ? our customers, co-workers and the people who produce our products. The development of IKEA reflects a strong culture for learning. We learn from our customers and suppliers, we learn from our experiences, we learn from each other.

We have learnt that to be able to grow on new and existing markets we need to strengthen our existing resources. As a Laws & Standard Specialist with us you will be a part of creating a platform for sustainable growth in close co-operation with your colleagues within IMS and in networks within and outside IKEA.

With us your main responsibilities will be;
· Identify and document relevant national and international product standards and regulations and communicate these to the Store Equipment Category, e.g by IMS specifications, test instructions or guiding documents.
· Support the Business teams and projects in the product development process by providing guidance on how to fulfill product standards and regulations.
· Develop and maintain a network of internal and external compliance experts in the sales market.
· Support and train IMS Store Equipment Category and suppliers with safety and compliance issues.
· Proactively identify and document legal requirements entering new markets.

Is this the right challenge for you?

We are looking for a person with University degree, preferably in chemical/ environmental engineering and/or environmental chemistry or equivalent. You have a basic understanding of different production processes and ability to audit and analyze suppliers' working methods.

You are fluent in both spoken and written English. And you have the desire to work in a simple, effective and understandable way based on our IKEA values. You are self-motivated and improvement driven along with a curious mind. You trust your own judgment and confidence to act/decide in complex situations. Skillful in building networks and trustful relations will also be important and require that you share and learn openly with others and take responsibility for your growth and development in the role.

As recruitment processes in some cases takes time, we kindly ask you for your patience. Due to holiday we will start our selection after closing date July 29th. If you have any other questions about the recruitment process, please contact our HR Service Centre, +46 (0) 476-58 75 00.


We look forward to receiving your application!


IKEA Indirect Material and Services (IKEA IMS), established in 2004, is a global organisation with the task to purchase and supply non-home furnishing products and services for IKEA. IKEA IMS takes part in the overall supplying process and plays an important role in supporting existing and new stores. We are 300 co-workers worldwide that contribute to the IKEA vision ?Creating a better everyday life for the many people?. We have site offices in Älmhult, Helsingborg, Philadelphia, Wiesbaden and Shanghai. IKEA IMS is represented in all countries where IKEA operates.