Posted on: April 14, 2026
Shape the Future of Business-Critical Application Management at Fiskars Group
Do you want to work with IT that makes a difference in a truly global company with iconic brands such as Fiskars, Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Iittala and Wedgwood?
Are you looking for a meaningful role with high flexibility and influence on business-critical solutions?
Fiskars Group is seeking an Application Manager with solid expertise in Microsoft Dynamics AX (Axapta) and strong technical and business understanding to strengthen our ERP Application Management team.
At Fiskars Group, our purpose is to make the everyday extraordinary. To deliver on that, our IT landscape needs to perform at its best – supporting our global business across supply chain, finance, sales, and manufacturing. Axapta is one of our key ERP platforms in selected regions and plays a crucial role in ensuring operational excellence.
As Application Manager, you will take ownership of the ongoing operations, lifecycle management, and continuous improvement of our Dynamics AX platform and its integrations.
You will work closely with business stakeholders, IT project managers, architects, and external partners to ensure application performance, stability, and compliance.
In addition to operational responsibility, you will also serve as a key 1st and 2nd line expert advisor to the business, helping users get the most value out of the platform and ensuring that change requests and improvement initiatives are handled efficiently.
You will monitor service performance, manage vendor relations, support audits, and identify opportunities for improvement and innovation – ensuring that our Axapta environment meets current and future business needs.
As the Application Manager you will have a skilled team both internal as well as external consultants referring to you.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the stable and compliant operation of Axapta (Dynamics AX) and related integrations.
Act as primary contact for business stakeholders regarding Axapta functionality and improvements.
Manage incidents, service requests, Release management and problem resolutions in collaboration with our IT partners.
Drive application lifecycle management, including patching, upgrades, and end-of-life planning.
Ensure compliance with Fiskars Group IT policies, security, and GDPR requirements.
Support system audits and ensure relevant documentation is up to date.
Collaborate with project teams and vendors on new developments, rollouts, and enhancements.
Facilitate user support, training, and technical coaching.
Monitor service costs and performance to ensure value for money.
Provide input to IT roadmaps and architecture discussions.
Manage and coordinate the team members task and roles
Education:
Bachelor’s or master’s Degree or other relevant education.
Microsoft Dynamics \ Axapta certified preferred.
Experience & knowledge:
Proven experience in ERP application management, preferably with Microsoft Dynamics AX (2012 or later).
Solid technical understanding of application operations, data integrations, and IT service management.
Ability to translate business needs into IT solutions.
Experience with incident, problem, and Release management processes.
Experience with stakeholder management and have good communication skills.
Are aware of the importance of people management and are able to motivate people
You are yourself a great team player
Robust, structured and able to quickly create overview
Able to handle and solve conflict situations
Ability to work independently in a global, hybrid work environment
Language skills:
English as a daily working language
Last day of application:
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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 and we want to help you achieve it. We offer health insurance plans so you can take care of yourself and your loved ones.
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. We currently offer hybrid work arrangements where possible.
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.
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.
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 2024, Fiskars Group’s global net sales were EUR 1.2 billion and we had close to 7,000 employees. We have two Business Areas (BA), Vita and Fiskars.
BA Vita offers premium and luxury products for the tableware, drinkware, jewelry and interior categories. Its well-known brands include Georg Jensen, Royal Copenhagen, Wedgwood, Moomin Arabia, Iittala and Waterford. In 2024, BA Vita’s reported net sales were EUR 605 million. Already 50% of BA Vita’s net sales comes from direct-to-consumer sales, comprising approximately 500 stores and approximately 60 e-commerce sites.
BA Fiskars consists of the gardening and outdoor categories, in addition to the scissors and creating, as well as cooking categories. The brands include Fiskars and Gerber. In 2024, BA Fiskars’ net sales were EUR 547 million.