IKEA has appointed Burce Gültekin as Head of Data and Analytics, effective October 1. Gültekin most recently served as Global Chief Information Officer at FrieslandCampina, where she guided the company’s technology and data agenda to drive business growth and operational optimization.

Before that, she was Chief Data & Analytics Officer and Global Director of Data & Analytics at FrieslandCampina, where she led the company’s “Data Driven Company Strategy,” advancing data democratization and data citizenship across the organization.

She brings more than 15 years of international experience in data, analytics, and digital transformation. Her career has been defined by a focus on using technology, data, and AI to create business value, with an emphasis on strategic leadership and building trust within teams.
The appointment comes as IKEA continues to expand its use of data and AI while advancing its AI governance framework. The company has been building its approach since 2019 and is a signatory to the European Union’s AI Pact, underscoring its commitment to responsible innovation.