DIRECTOR, STRATEGY & TRANSFORMATION, VITA
OUR ROLE
Vita, a division of Fiskars Group, is home to some of the world's most iconic heritage brands like Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, IITTALA, Moomin Arabia, Wedgwood, and Waterford. We are strengthening the business through clear strategy, disciplined execution, and structured performance management. In this new role of Director, Strategy & Transformation, you will support these priorities by partnering closely with the VP, Strategy & Business Development to coordinate strategic and transformation efforts across Vita.
The role focuses on enabling consistent execution of the Value Creation Initiative (VCI) portfolio and supporting the delivery of the Long Term Plan (LTP) and annual Business Plan (BP). You will collaborate closely with the Strategy team, CEO, COO, CFO, CHRO, and Finance leadership, as well as Brand and Market Heads, to maintain strong alignment between strategic priorities and operational plans.
This hybrid role will be based at our Flintholm office in Frederiksberg, Denmark.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
In this new role, you will coordinate and structure transversal strategic and transformation activities to ensure effective execution and follow up across our portfolio.
Manage the transversal VCI PMO, ensuring structured governance, portfolio visibility, and measurable progress tracking
Support the preparation and alignment of LTP and BP deliverables in collaboration with Finance
Develop and maintain cross-brand KPI dashboards for performance and strategic alignment
Coordinate governance materials for the Board, Global Leadership Team (GLT), and Vita Leadership Team (VLT)
Provide project management support and insight across key strategic pillars
Ensure quality and timeliness of executive deliverables to promote accountability and transparency
Act as a key partner to the VP, Strategy & Business Development on governance, strategy cadence, and transversal priorities
WHO YOU ARE
You are an organized and analytical professional with a background in strategy, transformation, or program management. You combine structure with adaptability and can move comfortably between strategic priorities and operational detail.
Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 7 years of experience in management consulting, strategy, or transformation leadership
Experience managing large-scale programs or PMOs with measurable financial tracking
Strong understanding of financial performance management (EBIT, 4WC, cost efficiency)
Ability to connect strategic initiatives with operational execution across business units and functions
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at senior levels
Strong analytical and presentation skills (Excel, PowerPoint, BI tools)
Experience in matrix or multi-brand organizations
Fluent English required; additional European languages are an asset
START YOUR JOURNEY AT FISKARS GROUP
We are eagerly awaiting your application. We review applications on a continuous basis, so please submit your CV in English today! Don’t worry about a cover letter, your application is enough indication of your interest.
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Last day of application:
2025-11-14*****
At Fiskars, we value providing benefits that matter to you and cater to our diverse global workforce, no matter where you are in the world. While benefits may vary based on location, here are some of the incredible offerings you can expect when joining our team:
Competitive Compensation: We ensure that our employees are fairly compensated based on industry standards and local market factors.
Health and Wellness: Your well-being matters to us, no matter where you are. We offer various health and well-being focused programs and coverage, adapted to the requirements of each region.
Work-Life Balance: We understand the need for balance in your life. Our paid time off plans and flexible work arrangements and policies are designed to accommodate local customs and personal commitments, enabling you to thrive in both your professional and personal life.
Professional Development: We believe in nurturing talent and supporting professional growth. Through training programs, skill development initiatives and learning resources, we empower our employees to reach their full potential.
Inclusive and Diverse Environment: We value diversity and promote inclusivity. Join a workplace where your unique background and perspectives are celebrated, fostering collaboration and respect across all our markets.
Recognition and Rewards: We believe in celebrating and recognizing the contributions of our employees worldwide. Our recognition programs are designed to acknowledge exceptional performance and achievements, ensuring that your efforts are celebrated and valued.
Vested Interest: Through our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP), you have the opportunity to invest in Fiskars Group and become a proud co-owner, sharing in the success and growth of the company.
Employee Discounts: We want to ensure our team members make each day the extraordinary with use of our products and offer product discounts across our brands.
Please note that specific benefits may vary based on local regulations, market conditions, and other factors. We are committed to providing competitive and meaningful benefits to our employees in every market we operate.
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Pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary
Fiskars Group (FSKRS, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living. Since 1649, we have designed products of timeless, purposeful, and functional beauty, while driving innovation and sustainable growth. In 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.
BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.
BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.