John Johnston

John Johnston is an experienced People and Culture Manager at IKEA Group, where tenure began in March 2007. In this role, John builds strong relationships with senior managers and develops a people agenda aligned with organizational strategy. Previous positions at IKEA include Human Resources Business Partner, Learning and Development Specialist, Deputy Sales Manager, and Livingrooms Shopkeeper, showcasing a comprehensive background in HR strategy, talent recruitment, commercial planning, and team management. Earlier experience includes serving as a Department Manager at Asda and engaging in diverse global work experiences as a traveler. John holds a secondary education from Braidfield High School, graduating in 1999.