Jankowski, 49, is a graduate of Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, where he studied linguistics and information management. He completed postgraduate studies in capital investment and logistics management.
He joined IKEA in Poland in 2001 and has since held many leading positions at IKEA in Romania, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Sweden, including store manager, CEO assistant, category area manager, and deputy trading area manager.
Anders Dahlvig, chairman of Inter IKEA Holding B.V., described Jankowski as "an experienced and value-based leader with a great understanding of the value chain."
"I am very happy that he has accepted the role of new CEO of Inter IKEA Group," he said.
IKEA currently operates 487 stores in 63 countries, including 11 in Poland.
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Source: IKEA Group