Business Development Leader
Core
Lead and support business development for IKEA Industry manufacturing units by developing business cases, initiating pre-studies, and optimizing production resource utilization.
Role type
Business Development Leader (Manufacturing)
Builds
Business cases, pre-studies, and long-term range/volume plans for manufacturing units
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial Production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Business development strategy, project management, business case creation, stakeholder relationship building, manufacturing process knowledge, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Manufacturing or process industry experience, operational excellence methods, deep knowledge of IKEA value chain and culture
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Secure clear plant roles and lead related projects, initiate and lead pre-studies linked to long-term development, create and present business cases with fact-based analysis, coach Manufacturing Area Managers on business development topics, build relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
