Pam Williamson
Burlington,Ontario
Summary
Results-oriented Interior Designer uses experience and knowledge to create unique and innovative design solutions. Offers excellent problem-solving and communication skills for providing highest level of customer service. Dedicated to staying current on latest industry trends and developments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Interior Designer
IKEA BURLINGTON
01.2020 - Current
- Worked together with IKEA Canada to plan and implement a major restaurant renovation in Burlington Store (2020) then further expansion in 2023 taking over section of Service Office
- Planned & implemented major renovation in Customer Service Area of the Burlington Store (2020-2021 New Normal project)
- Worked with Sales to plan and bring IKEA for Business to Burlington Store
- Worked as part of team to conceptualize then implement, new staff areas, including very well received community space
- Conceptualized, planned and implemented 3 new touch points (Plan and Order Points) within Burlington PMA.
INTERIOR DESIGNER PUOPS
IKEA BURLINGTON
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Worked together with PUOP Planning Team partners to create solutions for Pick up and Order Points in order to increase sales
- Liaison with Pick up and Order Point Management team and Store Shopkeepers for range change and day to day business
- Ensure Plan and Order Point adhered to IKEA concept criteria
PROJECT SUPPORT
IKEA CANADA
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Worked together with SDI Marketing and HR Canada to plan and implement ICAN2 Day in Toronto
- Collaborated with HR and external graphic resource to plan Talent Week for Service Office co-workers
- Worked with team from Central Planning Office to plan national range change for SEKTION kitchens
- Supported Service Office Properties Group with installation of People & Culture graphics in Plan and Order Point co-worker hallways
CONTRACT INTERIOR DESIGNER
IKEA CANADA
02.2012 - 10.2013
- Worked on various projects including interior Room Settings and sales support areas for Montreal re-build, new Winnipeg store, PAX studios, Bath Vignettes for national range update as well as Room Settings for SEKTION kitchen frame launch
- Responsible for training and mentoring of new store planners ensuring that knowledge of peoples life at home is applied to all aspect of planning and implementation.
INTERIOR DESIGNER
IKEA BURLINGTON
11.2000 - 08.2011
- Collaborating together with sales and Logistics partners to ensure we are creating inspiring store solutions based on our customers life at home
- Responsible for planning and implementation of numerous remodels including Kitchen department, Children’s IKEA room settings & Furniture Compacts, Bedroom Room Settings & Furniture Compacts, Bathroom Vignettes & GODMORGON Studio, wardrobe & mattress studios.
Education
Communication & Interior Design - IKEA Specific
IKEA Business College
Etobicoke, ON01.2004
Interior Design -
Sheridan College
Oakville, ON01.1997
Skills
- Organized
- Reliable
- Works well in team or independently
- Enthusiastic
- Excellent personal disciplines
- Quick learner
- Project Planning
- Creativity and Innovation
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
Knowledge Of
- Microsoft Office including Excel and Adobe Acrobat
- AutoCAD
- REVIT
Qualifications Summary
Highly creative and talented Interior Designer with extensive experience in fast paced retail environment. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills; dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. Passionate and inventive creator of innovative merchandising strategies and installations; accustomed to performing in deadline driven environments with an emphasis on working within budget requirements.
Timeline
Interior Designer
IKEA BURLINGTON
01.2020 - Current
INTERIOR DESIGNER PUOPS
IKEA BURLINGTON
01.2017 - 01.2020
PROJECT SUPPORT
IKEA CANADA
02.2016 - 10.2016
CONTRACT INTERIOR DESIGNER
IKEA CANADA
02.2012 - 10.2013
INTERIOR DESIGNER
IKEA BURLINGTON
11.2000 - 08.2011
Communication & Interior Design - IKEA Specific
IKEA Business College
Interior Design -
Sheridan College
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