Area Sales Manager

About us: DST Control is a market leader in the segment of light civil airborne gyro-stabilized camera systems that are primarily used on smaller unmanned aerial vehicles for reconnaissance, inspection and surveillance. We are a high-tech company with a high engineering density that jointly develops and manufactures all our products with our own internal resources and in-house advanced machinery. Who we are: A small company with 13 employees, where our work environment is characterized by a young and dynamic team that works closely together to achieve common goals free from prestige. We place high demands on our employees but offer a creative environment with the best possible conditions for your own personal development. As an employee, you can influence your own tasks and become an important player in our team. What we are looking for: We are now looking for a Purchasing and Warehouse Manager to join our team and who thrives in an open and non-prestige collaborative environment with a high degree of freedom under responsibility. You will have a central role with continuously improving purchasing and warehouse processes. It’s a dynamic role that includes both practical and administrative work based on large and small customer projects. Your main work tasks: Pre-study and comparisons of items, components, materials, services and suppliers. Plan and implement purchasing based on project needs and timelines. Plan and implement order picking based on project needs and timelines. Maintain and establish supplier relationships (national and international). Responsible for and follow-up deliveries, incoming goods, stock levels and RMA. Close cooperation with production, development and finance. Create project-based purchasing and expense reports. Continuously update and improve purchasing and inventory management. Responible for and distribute inventory work, warehouse routines and work methods. Your qualifications: Higher education in purchasing, logistics, finance, or equivalent relevant work experience. Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP). Very good communication and working skills in Swedish and English. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365. Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Driver’s license. Meritorious competencies: Comprehension of technical documentation (e.g. schematics, CAD drawings and BOM). Experience working with Product Data Management Systems (PDM). Experience of working within a smaller organization with fast decision-making processes. Solution-oriented and structured. Forklift license A & B. We are looking forward to your application! DST Team

Saab is a place where teamwork makes things fly. Literally. Join us and experience our supportive and friendly workplace. Your role Within the Gripen Program and Systems Management department, we are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team as Manager for the newly formed group; Contract Management Execution and Support. As Manager for Contract Management Execution & Support you will lead a team of around 10 employees responsible for the successful execution and support of all Gripen E/F export contracts. The team consists of experienced professionals who manage contract deliveries and customer support activities for both existing and future export customers. The team is dynamic and diverse, where collaboration and strong business acumen are essential. In this role you will oversee the fulfillment of contractual obligations, ensure contractual deliveries, contractual obligations related to Offset in all our Export Contracts, and other contract support activities, such as Visa handling. You will also be responsible for ensuring we identify and implement synergies among all Export Contracts, including identifying and implementing contract execution improvements. You will work closely with all contract responsibles in our export contracts, with program management and you will monitor operations, engage in strategic discussions, ensure timely deliveries, and adhere to contractual frameworks. Key responsibilities include: Build, develop, and strengthen the team, including driving and implementing effective team building activities for this newly established function Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across all export contracts and actively drive and implement these improvements Overseeing and ensuring contract compliance Collaborating with internal teams and customers to facilitate contract updates and negotiations Interfacing with program management, contract managers, and other Saab units in order to ensure we deliver on our contractual obligations Engaging in high-level strategic dialogues and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders Presenting plans and updates, ensuring clarity and alignment with the contract. Your profile We are seeking a driven and committed Manager who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. You are a proactive and communicative professional who values relationship-building, both internally and with external stakeholders. You possess a structured and efficient working style, managing multiple tasks while maintaining a strategic perspective. You are adept at motivating others and foster strong engagement among your peers. You possess excellent listening skills, the ability to understand diverse behaviors, and are well-versed in managing relationships across different cultures. Preferred Experience and Qualifications: Strong negotiation skills and experience handling business discussions with both internal teams and customers. Proven ability to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality contract deliveries. Fluent in Swedish and English, spoken and written. Solid business acumen and experience in managing international business relationships. A high level of self-motivation, persistence, and the ability to manage cross-functional work in complex organizations. Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead and coordinate across multiple stakeholders. Leadership experience or prior exposure to international business environments is a plus. Experience working with the Gripen system is highly desirable. This position requires that you pass a security vetting based on the current regulations around/of security protection. For positions requiring security clearance additional obligations on citizenship may apply. What you will be a part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defense capability of several nations. Read more about us here Please note that due to the current holiday period, feedback on your application may be delayed.