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National Account Manager

Fiskars fiskarsgroup.com Open · verified Sep 29, 2026
Hybrid Barlaston Full-time Manager Account Management

At a glance

Mid-level Account Management role at Fiskars. Barlaston · full-time.

Pay not stated

RoleAccount Management
SeniorityManager
LocationBarlaston
WorkplaceHybrid
EmploymentFull-time
PostedSep 29, 2026 · 0d ago
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Run distributor and direct-customer accounts against sales, profit and service goals
  • Build plans for customers and channels across retail and online, then lead proposals, range reviews and joint business plans
  • Negotiate pricing, promotions, product listings, contract terms and commercial investment with customers
  • Use customer, sales, market and competitor information to spot opportunities and risks, then set actions
  • Coordinate forecasts, stock, promotions and trade spend, and track account returns and profitability

What you bring

  • You have managed retail, distributor or e-commerce accounts in a commercial role and are ready for wider account ownership
  • You can show sales growth and have negotiated customer pricing, promotions, listings, terms or investment
  • You understand pricing, margin, forecasting and account profit and loss, and can interpret commercial and customer data
  • You hold a full driving licence and are willing to travel regularly

Who this fits

This role suits an account professional ready to take on broader responsibility, work independently and build customer and distributor partnerships. It is a hybrid, full-time position based in Barlaston or London, with regular travel required. You report to a Senior National Account Manager.

From the employer

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!

FISKARS

National Account Manager


OUR ROLE

At Fiskars, we create high-quality, functional products designed to make everyday activities more enjoyable. We are looking for a National Account Manager to help grow our Gardening and Pet Care business in the United Kingdom.


You will manage distribution channels and direct customer relationships, turn customer and market insight into commercial plans, and deliver sustainable sales and profit growth. Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance, you will help strengthen our retail and online presence while building trusted customer partnerships.


This full-time position is based in Barlaston or London, United Kingdom, and reports to Senior National Account Manager. The working model is hybrid. Regular travel is required, and a full driving licence is essential.


WHAT YOU'LL DO AT FISKARS

You will take ownership of assigned accounts and channels, collaborating across the business to create value for customers and Fiskars.


Responsibilities:

  • Manage distributors and direct customer relationships against agreed sales, profit, and service targets.
  • Develop customer and channel plans that support sustainable growth across retail and online channels.
  • Prepare and lead customer proposals, range reviews, joint business plans and commercial recommendations.
  • Support negotiations on pricing, promotions, listings, terms and commercial investment.
  • Use sales, market, competitor and customer data to identify opportunities, risks and actions.
  • Manage promotional plans, forecasts and trade investment, evaluating effectiveness and return on investment.
  • Partner with Supply Chain on forecasting and stock planning, and with Marketing on launches and go-to-market activity.
  • Monitor account profitability and performance, share clear updates, and take action to protect growth and margin.


WHO YOU ARE

You are a trusted and relationship-oriented commercial professional who enjoys building strong partnerships and creating value for customers. You are comfortable working independently, taking ownership of your priorities, and delivering results in a self-directed environment. You bring a collaborative approach, strong business judgment, and the ability to develop lasting relationships with distributors, customers, and internal stakeholders.

Experience:

  • Experience as a Key Account Manager, National Account Executive, Account Manager, or similar commercial role, with responsibility for managing retail, distributor, or e-commerce customer relationships and ready to take on broader account responsibility.
  • Experience managing distributors and customers across retail and online channels; knowledge of Gardening, Pet Care or power tools is an advantage.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present recommendations to customers and colleagues.
  • Evidence of delivering sales growth
  • Experience in customer negotiations involving pricing, promotions, listings, terms or commercial investment.
  • Good understanding of pricing, margin, promotions, forecasting and account profitability, including profit and loss responsibility.
  • Ability to interpret commercial and customer data
  • A full driving license and willingness to travel regularly.


WHAT WE OFFER

The package includes:

  • Competitive salary, depending on experience
  • 20% target bonus scheme
  • Company car and pension
  • 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays
  • Laptop and mobile phone


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.

We are committed to protecting your personal data, so we only accept applications through our career website.


Last day of application:

2026-10-20

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At Fiskars Group, 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 like onsite gym and cycle to work scheme.


Employee Support: Life happens, and we’re here to support you. We offer employee assistance programs and resources to address local needs, offering confidential counseling, financial guidance, and other valuable support services.


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.


Future Planning: We care about your future. We offer pension plan contributions (both company and employee contribute) providing you with financial security in your post-work years


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.


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.


Other benefits: Free onsite parking


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 2025, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.1 billion, and we had approximately 6,600 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.

BA Vita offers products in the high-end homeware segment as well as fine branded jewelry. Its desirable brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2025, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 613 million, and it had approximately 5,000 employees.

BA Fiskars offers functional innovations in the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2025, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 522 million, and it had approximately 1,300 employees.

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