Business Development Manager (Nordics)

Are you a strategic thinker driven by developing and establishing long-term business relationships? Do you excel at finding new ways to strengthen both individual business opportunities and a company’s overall business development? If so, Axentia offers you the chance to enhance your skills while pursuing strategic business development in a successful and global company. About the Role In this role, you will work with customers and partners, both operationally and strategically. The primary markets are currently in the Nordic region with the potential to expand into additional markets over time. Your primary mission will be to establish and develop relationships and with both new and existing customers and strategic partners to secure Axentia’s long-term business. You will focus on the customer, the product, and the market in a sector driven by sustainability and environmental improvement. Key Responsibilities Establish and develop relationships with new and existing customers and strategic partners. Plan market activities and set targets to achieve. Travel abroad to visit customers, establish partnerships, and represent the company at exhibitions. Contribute with drive and heart, balancing freedom with responsibility. You will join a high-performing sales team with extensive industry experience, supported by Project Managers, Bid Managers, Product Specialists, and Marketing. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a candidate with a university degree, preferably a Master of Science in Engineering or a degree in Industrial Engineering and Management. Extensive knowledge and experience in sales and strategic business development. A strong interest in establishing new partnerships and maintaining long-term customer relationships. Experience with sales and products of a technical nature is a plus. You are fluent in English and knowledge of additional languages is highly valuable for this position. Also, as you will be based at our Swedish office and work in our internal systems, we would prefer that you are proficient in Swedish. A humble, flexible, and self-motivated personality. A passion for building new relationships and continuous improvement alongside colleagues. Work Setup The position is based in Linköping, and you are expected to travel a few days per month. As the role involves a lot of teamwork, we would prefer that you are in the office at least three days per week. Why Join Us? At Axentia, we are proud of our team and our products, and we want you to be proud too! Here, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills, work in a dynamic and supportive environment, and contribute to a company committed to sustainability and a better environment. You will join a fast-expanding company with technically advanced, highly refined products. We offer you the opportunity to play a key role in scaling the company further and contributing directly to its continued expansion and success. Axentia thrives on innovation, collaboration, and close customer relationships, where product development is driven by creativity and strong teams. Sustainability is a core focus, with solutions designed to promote public transport through environmentally friendly, battery- and solar-powered systems. Axentia offers a dynamic and supportive work environment with short decision paths and a high pace of innovation, while also valuing professional growth and continuous development. Overall, Axentia emphasizes responsibility, safety, and contributing to a more sustainable society. Apply Now  Apply now to become a part of our journey and make a significant impact on our business and the world! You are welcome to submit your application no later than 16 August. Axentia is partnering with AS&B Executive in this recruitment process. For further information about the position, please contact our recruitment consultant Emelie Törnvall at emelie.tornvall@asb-executive.se About Axentia Axentia is a Swedish technology company headquartered in Linköping that develops real-time information systems for public transport – from software to hardware, all in-house. With innovative and energy-efficient solutions, we contribute to smarter and more sustainable cities worldwide. At Axentia, you work in a technology-driven environment characterized by humility, entrepreneurship, and creativity, where you have the opportunity to grow, influence, and contribute to solutions used by people every day.

We are looking for a sharp and ambitious Norwegian-speaking Nordic Business Development Manager for our clients office in Aarhus. Are you a skilled business developer with experience in digital marketing? Then we have the right opportunity for you! Our client are a leading player in performance-based marketing in Europe with a strong position in the Nordic region. Here you will play a central role in their Nordic organization, helping strengthen the business in the Norwegian market while working closely with colleagues across the Nordic countries. Your Role As a Business Development Manager, you will have an exciting opportunity to strengthen the company’s position in the Norwegian market. You will primarily focus on new business, actively identifying and contacting new Norwegian advertisers in Norwegian. Together with the Nordic sales team, you will further develop the e-commerce market through affiliate marketing. We expect you to have a strategic mindset and ensure strong results for your clients through solid business understanding. On a daily basis, you will work with skilled and experienced colleagues from our Nordic headquarters in Aarhus. You will be responsible for your own budget and for building a portfolio of Norwegian and Nordic advertisers, mainly within e-commerce. Our client already works with leading Nordic companies such as Coolshop and Sinful, as well as international brands like COS and Superdry. Your focus area will be performance-based marketing. As your knowledge and client portfolio grow, you will gradually work with more of the services offered by the company and their parent company, including insert and checkout marketing. To succeed in this role, it is essential that you are curious, proactive, and stay up to date with the latest trends that can improve your clients’ performance. We expect you to be energetic and proactive and, together with your Nordic colleagues, continuously seek new opportunities to grow the business and build strong relationships. What We Offer Strong development opportunities in an international organization with a strong focus on results and cross-border collaboration An exciting position in a rapidly evolving industry Freedom with responsibility and the opportunity to structure your own workday Two weekly work-from-home days and a focus on work-life balance An attractive compensation package with fixed salary, bonus, and pension A dynamic work environment with social activities, shared lunch arrangements, and a team that works ambitiously while having fun together Requirements Experience from a similar role within digital marketing, sales, or business development Interest in e-commerce and the latest trends and developments Strong relationship-building and communication skills at all levels Energetic, curious, and motivated by seeking out new business opportunities Fluent in Norwegian and English, both spoken and written Has a relevant network that can be activated in the role Located in Aarhus or willing to relocate there Ready for the Next Step? Would you like to help strengthen the company’s position in the Nordics and work with new business in the Norwegian market? Then we would love to hear from you. After submitting your application, you will receive a response within 5 business days. If we see a match, we will invite you to an initial interview. If both parties are enthusiastic, we will meet for a follow-up interview at our office in Aarhus.