Associate Customer Sales Strategy Manager

Fiskars Group • Middleton, WI

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Fiskars Group we are unified and driven by our common purpose: pioneering design to make the everyday extraordinary. Join our team and seize the extraordinary opportunity to influence the everyday! Associate Customer Sales Strategy Manager Middleton, WI (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) At Fiskars Group, we’ve spent over 375 years creating beautifully designed, purposeful products that make everyday life better. From iconic orange-handled scissors to innovative garden tools and kitchenware, our brands are rooted in heritage—but built for today. Now, we’re looking for an Associate Customer Sales Strategy Manager to help bring our products to life where it matters most: in-store. In this role, you’ll sit at the intersection of sales, marketing, and shopper experience, helping shape how customers discover and engage with Fiskars products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in Sales, Marketing, Trade Merchandising, or Project Management
• A passion for retail and shopper experience
• Strong analytical and business acumen (Excel + PowerPoint proficiency required; SAP a plus)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Confidence in collaborating cross-functionally and influencing without direct authority
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• You’re both strategic and hands-on—equally comfortable building a planogram and presenting insights
• You thrive in complexity and love turning details into seamless execution
• You’re a natural collaborator who builds strong relationships across teams
• You take ownership and hold yourself accountable for results

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize in-store planograms that drive sell-through and elevate the shopper journey
• Lead development of merchandising and point-of-purchase (POP) materials that increase brand visibility
• Act as a go-to expert on customer requirements, from packaging configurations to display placement
• Support execution of the annual sales plan, including SKU transitions and inventory alignment
• Partner cross-functionally (Sales, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing) to deliver customer line reviews that grow shelf space and market share
• Manage projects end-to-end—tracking timelines, milestones, and ensuring flawless execution
• Gather and analyze customer and competitor insights to inform strategy
• Support and attend trade shows to bring our brand to life in the market

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level