IKEA India appoints Murali Iyer as Chief Financial Officer

IKEA (part of Ingka Group), the world’s leading Swedish home furnishings retailer, announced the appointment of Murali Iyer as its new Chief Financial Officer for its India business. Murali takes over from Preet Dhupar who has moved into a global role within Ingka group. Murali will be part of the IKEA India leadership team reporting to Susanne Pulverer, CEO & CSO (Chief Sustainability Officer)

As the Chief Financial Officer, Murali will lead IKEA India’s CFO function with purpose towards profit, leading the finance controlling, business navigation, legal, tax, customs, and business risk & compliance teams.

Commenting on his appointment Murali Iyer, Chief Financial Officer, IKEA India, said, “I am excited to begin my journey in IKEA India and contribute to its ongoing growth journey. We are focusing on our priority markets and building a strong home furnishings foundation through our omnichannel expansion to be more accessible, affordable, and sustainable for the many people”

Murali brings with him over 22 years of successful track record in financial leadership, having worked with the Volvo Group in India and Sweden in multiple roles. With a keen business acumen and curiosity to learn, his experience across geographies and cultures has enabled businesses to overcome challenges for an inclusive growth.