Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle design company renowned for its original prints and colors. The company’s product portfolio includes high-quality clothing, bags and accessories as well as home décor items ranging from textiles to tableware. When Marimekko was founded in 1951, its unparalleled printed fabrics gave it a strong and unique identity. In 2023, the company’s net sales totaled EUR 174 million and comparable operating profit margin was 18.4 percent. Globally, there are roughly 170 Marimekko stores, and online store serves customers in 38 countries. The key markets are Northern Europe, the Asia-Pacific region and North America. The Group employs about 470 people. The company’s share is quoted on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. www.marimekko.com
We are looking for an experienced and strategic
Business Development Manager
to support in strategy implementation and lead the company’s key development initiatives. As part of the Business Development & Transformation team you will be involved in a variety of strategic topics and work cross-functionally with a wide range of stakeholders which will provide an excellent view into the company’s strategy and operations. In this role you will use your strong analytical skills and development mindset to prepare strategy materials and drive the most important development projects globally.
This is a full-time and permanent position in which you will report to the Head of Business Development. The role will be based at the Marimekko headquarters in Helsinki.
Main responsibilities:

• Act as project manager for the most important strategic development initiatives across the business
• Create analyses and materials to support the annual strategy process with the Marimekko Management Board
• Create complex financial models to evaluate profitability of potential strategies and/or initiatives

In order to succeed in the role, you have:

• A Master’s degree in Economics or equivalent
• 5+ of working experience in management consulting or in international consumer/retail/brand companies in a strategy role
• Very strong analytical skills (incl. advanced Excel) with ability to present data and insights effectively
• Solid financial expertise and understanding of the mechanisms of profitable business
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Ability to make things happen in good spirit by inspiring and getting everyone on board
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written
• Expertise in global omnichannel retail and/or consumer products particularly in Asia considered an advantage

We value a diverse workforce – Marimekko’s culture and working environment are founded on equality, inclusion, and cherishing diversity. At Marimekko we encourage people to be themselves. We believe in fairness and doing things together, using common sense and finding joy in our work. If you connect with these values and have the right background, we will offer you a unique opportunity to work in an exciting international business environment with an iconic Finnish brand.
To apply, please send your application in English, including your CV and cover letter with salary expectations via our career site https://company.marimekko.com/careers. We would love to hear from you as soon as possible, but no later than Wednesday 30th of October 2024.
For more information about the role, please contact Paula Ukonaho, Head of Business Development (+358 400 708 454 or paula.ukonaho@marimekko.com) on Friday 18.10 10:00-11:30 EET or Friday 25.10 10.00-12.00 EET.
Marimekko's culture and working environment are founded on equality, inclusion and cherishing diversity. Marimekko welcomes and encourages everyone regardless of their national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion or other personal characteristic to apply. Recruitment is always based on business need, and the candidates are evaluated on relevant knowledge, skills and experience as well as motivation.

Marimekko is ranked as the 3rd Most Attractive Employer in Finland amongst business professionals according to Universum’s ranking. Marimekko is also the 4th most attractive employer in Finland amongst business students.