Head of Procurement, Ikano Retail

We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven Head of Procurement to lead and transform our procurement function across Ikano Retail.

Reporting to the Deputy CEO, you will define and execute the end-to-end procurement and contract management strategy across multiple markets, driving strong governance, sustainable cost optimisation, and long-term business value.

You will play a critical role in shaping a high-performing procurement organisation, strengthening strategic supplier partnerships, and delivering excellence across sourcing, contracting, while strengthening governance in a complex and growing retail environment.

Your assignment

Define and execute the end-to-end procurement strategy aligned with business growth, cost optimisation, and governance priorities
Lead complex and high-value negotiations, establishing long-term, value-driven supplier partnerships across key spend categories
Build, lead and develop a high-performing procurement organisation, driving capability across sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance

Establish and enforce robust procurement and contract governance frameworks, ensuring compliance, transparency, and auditability across all markets
Drive end-to-end excellence across sourcing and contract lifecycle management, from strategy through execution and performance monitoring
Partner with senior stakeholders across functions (e.g. Expansion, Property, FM, Fulfilment, Digital, Marketing, Food) to shape sourcing and contract strategies
Deliver data-driven insights on spend, contracts, and risk exposure to support strategic decision-making
Champion procurement digitalisation and process standardisation (e.g. Source-to-Pay, contract repositories, analytics)
Ensure full financial transparency of contract portfolios, including commitments, forecasting, and performance against targets
Proactively identify and manage commercial and contractual risks, ensuring early intervention and mitigation
Drive responsible and sustainable sourcing practices across the supplier base

Your profile

Extensive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management within a complex or multi-market environment
Proven track record in leading high-value, complex negotiations and delivering measurable business value
Strong expertise in procurement governance, contract management, and risk mitigation
Demonstrated ability to build, lead and develop high-performing teams and organisational capabilities
Strong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to translate procurement into business outcomes
Experience in driving procurement transformation and digitalisation initiatives (e.g. Source-to-Pay)
Ability to influence and partner effectively with senior stakeholders across functions and markets

You are someone who

Strongly identifies with IKEA values and culture
Creates business value by balancing cost, risk, and long-term partnerships
Demonstrates courage, curiosity, and integrity in decision-making
Drives continuous improvement and challenges the status quo
Navigates complexity and ambiguity with confidence
Applies governance with discipline while remaining pragmatic and business-oriented