Join Nestlé Nordic – We are looking for the Power of You

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for brand activation and commercial growth? Do you also have a passion for pets and enjoy working in a cross functional role to drive meaningful shopper experiences?

Right now, at Nestlé Purina Petcare, part of the world’s leading food and beverage company Nestlé, we are looking for a Shopper Activation Manager (Grocery) to join our Purina Finland Market Development Team (MDO). The position is a parental leave substitute for a temporary period, starting preferably start September with an estimated ending in October 2027.

We offer

In Nestlé Purina Petcare, we market and sell food for cats and dogs through the Retail, E-commerce and Specialist channels. As an MDO Shopper Activation Manager you will be part of international Purina organization with many exciting challenges and possibilities to build a large network. We have an open working atmosphere in a tight, committed and dynamic team. Your main stakeholders internally are Purina Commercial teams, Nordic Marketing team as well as local Nestlé Field Sales team. Externally you interact mainly with local promotion and advertising agencies and with retailers and merchandizers.

The role

As Shopper Activation Manager, you will be responsible for how our brands are activated and experienced in-store and across channels.

Key responsibilities include:

• Creating promotions and POS materials, from signage and displays to campaign content and digital assets.
• Coordinating brand activations and campaign execution.
• Display development and management.
• Collaborating with external agencies and internal stakeholders.

We Are Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is confident, structured and has a few years of experience in a similar role – ideally within FMCG or at an advertising agency. You’re a team player capable of managing projects and driving initiatives forward.

We will value good project management and interpersonal skills and you should also have good eye for details. You will need to have high levels of initiative, good attitude, strong coordination and communication skills and to that a flexible mindset. You will be able to work both independently as well as in a team. As you will be part of our international company, you have the ability to work both in Finnish and in English.

We believe you have

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in similar role.
• Experience in brand activation and campaign development.
• Fluency in Finnish and English.
• A proactive mindset and ability to argue for strategic decisions.
  
  

Employment

The position is based at our office in Espoo, and is a full-time, temporary role. We’re looking for someone who can start September 2026 , and the standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week. The role includes occasional travel, primarily in connection with field visits alongside our sales representatives and participation in Nordic team meetings.

The Courage to Be You

At Nestlé Nordic, we encourage you to be yourself. When you can be authentic at work, you unlock your full potential.

Join Nestlé Nordic and Make Your Mark

If you’re ready to be part of a supportive and inspiring team that values your true self – seize this opportunity and apply today. Together, we will unleash your potential and redefine what's possible.

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The Selection Process & Contact

We look forward to reading your application. Please apply no later than May 20th.
If you have any questions, you’re welcome to contact Johanna Bruzaeus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Nestlé Nordic, we are proud to be an employer that promotes diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need special support during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to contact us – we’re here to help you show your full potential.