Apply to Supplier Activation Manager at Lyko

Yay, I'm so happy you are here! Let's start with a couple of fast and easy questions. First of all, what do you currently do for a living? (employment, position, company) 💄*

Are there Finnish beauty brands we don't have today that you think Lyko should have? Tell us which ones come to mind and, most importantly, why you think they would be a good fit for Lyko.*

If you joined Lyko tomorrow, what do you think is missing today to make us feel even more locally relevant to Finnish customers?*

What best describes your experience with e-commerce?*

I have worked directly with e-commerce and understand how assortment, campaigns, customer behaviour and sales connect. I have worked closely with e-commerce teams or businesses, but it hasn't been my main area. I have limited experience from e-commerce.

Which of these best describes your experience with external partners or suppliers?*

I have owned relationships, negotiated and built partnerships that had a direct commercial impact, including identifying and approaching new potential partners. I have worked with external partners, but mainly supported someone else who owned the relationship. I have limited experience working with external partners.

Which best describes your experience of owning commercial growth?*

I have independently owned commercial targets or growth initiatives and been responsible for turning opportunities into results. I have contributed to commercial growth initiatives, but usually as part of a larger team or under someone else's ownership. My experience has mainly been outside commercial or growth-focused roles.

Which best describes your experience with negotiation?*

I regularly negotiate with suppliers, brands or other external partners and am comfortable owning the negotiation from preparation to agreement. I have some experience negotiating, but it has not been a major part of my role. I have limited experience with negotiation.

Tell us about a deal you made that made a real difference. What was the situation, what did you do, and what was the outcome?

Which best describes how you use data in your work?*

I regularly use sales, customer or market data to identify opportunities, make decisions and drive commercial action. I use data to support decisions, but someone else usually owns the analysis or commercial follow-up. Data has not been a significant part of my previous roles.

Which best describes the way you work when there is no established playbook?*

I enjoy building from scratch, testing what works and creating structure as I go. I can work in an undefined environment, but I prefer having some structure to start from. I work best when processes, responsibilities and ways of working are already clearly established.

What do you see as the risks and rewards of working without an established playbook?*

Which best describes your language proficiency?*

I am fluent in both Finnish and English, spoken and written. I am fluent in Finnish, but my English is not yet at a professional level. I am fluent in English, but my Finnish is not yet at a professional level.

Do you have any education that may be relevant to the position or that has given you a start to your toolbox? What kind?

What are your salary expectations (approximately)? (Yes, it is very early to ask this question, but we know that there are big differences in pay and – with a focus on objective recruitment – we rather ask than make assumptions).*

The most important thing for us is to find the right fit for the role. With that said, when would you be able to start if offered the position?*

Immediately Within 1 month In 1–2 months Later / To be discussed

Are you currently or have you previously been employed at Lyko?*

Yes, I currently work at Lyko Yes, I have previously worked at Lyko No, not yet

Of course, you should have the chance to ask your questions too! Is there anything that feels unclear or particularly important for you to know in the next step? Or perhaps something you'd like to add before we wrap up? The stage is yours! 💫

Looking back, when has your use of data been the reason a deal went through - and why?*