Espresso House is seeking a Commercial Activation Manager to join our Commercial Team in a newly created role.

As our Commercial Activation Manager for the Finnish market, you have the chance to make a real impact. You’ll join Espresso House at a time of growth and transformation. We’re building something big – and in Finland, we’re only just getting started. You’ll work closely with the Finnish operations team while being part of an international commercial team. It’s the best of both worlds: local impact, international network. And everything we do is rooted in guest experience, brand love, and a strong sense of purpose. You’ll lead by influence, working across departments, functions, and countries to make sure we deliver strong commercial performance in Finland, turning our Nordic strategy into campaigns and initiatives that truly address our Finnish guests.

 

Your key responsibilities

As our Commercial Activation Manager for Finland, you will:

• Localize and execute Nordic marketing campaigns, promotions, and seasonal initiatives
• Collaborate with the local Operations Managers to ensure strong in-store brand experience
• Own the execution of merchandising, pricing input, and product launches in Finland
• Plan and manage brand events and local activations
• Contribute insights from the Finnish market to shape Nordic commercial decisions
• Work closely with Brand, Digital, PR, and Product teams across markets to align and amplify campaigns

 

What we’re looking for?

We believe you’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have 4+ years of experience in marketing, business development, or commercial strategy – preferably in retail, hospitality, or FMCG
• Are used to leading in a matrix without direct reports, and enjoy collaborating across teams and cultures
• Can work hands-on with campaigns while seeing the bigger commercial picture
• Are fluent in English and Finnish
• Are curious, structured, creative – and love bringing plans to life

 

We offer a caring and fun workplace 

Espresso House is the market leader in its field in the Nordic countries. As the Commercial Activation Manager, you will be at the forefront of building an even stronger brand in Finland. You will be working in a new dynamic team in the centralized Marketing function where fun is always on the agenda – we have a genuine can-do attitude! Your workplace will be at our service office in the heart of Helsinki and you will also work closely with our Operations Director in Finland.

Espresso House is known for its strong people-oriented and development-supporting culture. You will receive comprehensive training on your duties and our organization. To help you succeed in your role, you will be supported by Commercial Activation Director, Nordics and a network of international colleagues in the same role. In addition, we will train you to become a barista, so you can apply for this position even if you are not familiar with the world of coffee shops.

We value diversity and welcome all kinds of personalities. We are also genuinely committed to responsibility and are building a more sustainable future. You can read more about our responsibility work on our Tomorrow Friendly website.

At Espresso House Group, our people are our foundation. We offer an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming workplace where you can thrive and grow.

Expect a fast-paced and dynamic environment where you make a real difference every day – along with a modern approach to work-life balance that values flexibility and personal well-being.

 

What’s next?

Submit your application before 26.6.2025. We will go through applications already during the application period.

First interviews will be conducted during 8.7.–10.7.2025.

If you have any questions, you can call the hiring manager Signe Lai Clausen (tel: +45 53788388) at the following times:

• 18.6.2025 from 15.00 to 16.00
• 23.6.2025 from 15.00 to 16.00

We use ability and personality assessments in our recruitment process to help us find the most suitable candidates for our team and ensure a fair and objective evaluation for every applicant. In addition, you will receive a personal feedback report from the results that offers support for your professional development.

 

 

Espresso House, founded in 1996 in Lund, Sweden, is the leading coffee shop chain in the Nordics, with over 500 locations, 7,000 dedicated baristas, and approximately 130,000 guests served daily. Known for its high-quality specialty coffee, crafted beverages, and cosy atmosphere, Espresso House is committed to creating welcoming and memorable experiences for all its guests. Since expanding into Germany in 2018, Espresso House has continued to grow across Europe. The company is part of JAB Holding Company.