Sales Area Manager – Export, Backer Calesco

Committo AB

Do you want to help shape the future of manufacturing through robotics and intelligent automation? At KUKA Nordic, we are looking for a commercially driven Area Sales Manager who is passionate about creating customer value through world-class automation solutions and long-term partnerships. ABOUT THE ROLE As Area Sales Manager, you will take ownership of one of KUKA's most important sales territories, covering the Mälardalen region and northern Sweden. While the territory is geographically large, the majority of customers are located within the Mälardalen region. This is a role with significant commercial freedom and responsibility. You will be responsible for developing business with industrial end customers, automation system integrators and machine builders (OEMs), creating new opportunities while strengthening existing customer relationships. Rather than selling individual products, you will work closely with customers to understand their production challenges and develop complete automation solutions that create long-term business value. You will manage the entire sales process—from the first customer dialogue through technical discussions and commercial negotiations to signed orders—supported by KUKA's highly experienced application engineers and technical specialists. You will report to the Cluster Sales Director and become part of KUKA's Northern European sales organisation, collaborating closely with colleagues across the region. This is a field-based role where your home office serves as your base, while most of your time is spent visiting customers and developing business across your territory. Your responsibilities include: · Driving profitable growth across your territory · Managing pricing, forecasting and CRM activities · Monitoring market trends and identifying new business opportunities · Representing KUKA at customer meetings, exhibitions and industry events ABOUT YOU You're an experienced B2B sales professional with a background in industrial automation or related technical solutions. You enjoy developing new business, building long-term customer relationships and navigating complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders. Most importantly, you thrive in an independent role where you take ownership of your territory and commercial results. We believe you have: · Several years of B2B sales experience within industrial automation or related technical products · Experience selling solution-based offerings to industrial customers · Experience working with manufacturers, automation integrators or OEMs · Strong commercial and negotiation skills · A structured approach to pipeline management and CRM · Fluency in Swedish and English · A valid driving license As a person, you are: · Growth-oriented and motivated by developing new customer relationships · Relationship-oriented and trustworthy · Self-motivated with a high level of ownership · Curious, proactive and resilient · Structured and collaborative Why KUKA? · Join one of the world's leading robotics and automation companies · Work with market-leading technology and innovative customer projects · Be part of a highly skilled Nordic team with strong technical expertise · Enjoy a high degree of freedom and responsibility · Contribute to shaping the future of industrial automation CONTACT Does this opportunity sound interesting and align with your experience and ambitions? If so, we warmly welcome you to submit your application. In this recruitment process KUKA NORDIC cooperates with Committo. For more information, contact Linda Samuelsson at linda.samuelsson@committo.se or +46 702 16 37 52. As interviews and selection are conducted on an ongoing basis, we kindly ask you to submit your application as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you! ABOUT KUKA NORDIC KUKA is a global automation corporation with sales of around 4 billion euro and approximately 15,000 employees. The company is headquartered in Augsburg, Germany. As one of the world’s leading suppliers of intelligent automation solutions, KUKA offers customers everything they need from a single source: from robots and cells to fully automated systems and their networking in markets such as automotive, electronics, metal & plastic, consumer goods, e-commerce/retail and healthcare.

Hitachi Energy Sweden AB

The opportunity The role provides direct support to Sales and Tendering team by contributing to accurate, competitive sizing of operational efforts for tenders, as well as developing execution strategies and delivery schedules in alignment with Network Control global practices and delivery models. With extensive hands-on experience in executing SCADA/EMS/ADMS international projects within complex environments, the Tender Support Specialist serves as an integral part of the bid team. This role contributes to the development of competitive and feasible proposals, directly impacting the profitability of the organization. This position reports directly to the Tender Support leader inside the Project Office group and collaborates closely with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain and Tendering teams. How you’ll make an impact Recommend solid execution strategies and define the right mix of in‑house, outsourced, local, and remote delivery models. Anticipate challenges in multi‑country and emerging‑market execution while ensuring coherent, cost‑effective, low‑risk delivery approaches. Estimate project management and engineering efforts using structured methods and early risk identification in the tender phase. Balance cost, risk, and margin protection with realistic and achievable execution conditions. Clearly define project scope, obligations, and responsibilities across Hitachi Energy, customers, suppliers, and partners. Validate timelines, software release assumptions, and resource availability; produce realistic project schedules and workload plans. Lead Execution Reviews, support Tender Gate Reviews, and ensure compliance with global governance practices. Drive process improvements by standardizing templates and promoting digital and AI tools for estimation, bidding, and contract workflows. Your background Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field 10-15 years in SCADA/ADMS/EMS/DMS/GMS project delivery and strong understanding of architectures and implementation lifecycles Mastery of project management frameworks (PMI, IPMA) and estimation methodologies Proven track record in emerging markets (Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Southeast Asia) Project estimation methodologies and scheduling techniques Ability to structure emerging market delivery strategies (Permanent Establishment setup, partnering models, local content) Soft skills as commercial mindset (balance technical excellence with margin protection), intellectual courage (challenge unrealistic assumptions) and excellent communication across technical and commercial stakeholders are a great advantage to be successful in this position. Fluent English is required, Spanish and Swedish highly desirable What we offer Collective agreement Flexible working hours Health care and wellness allowance Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase Various training and education supporting employee development​ Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden Supplementary compensation for parental leave Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks More about us Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today! Recruiting Manager Nicolas Lamblin, Nicolas.lamblin@hitachienergy.com, will be happy to answer your questions regarding this position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Jan Skogeby, +46 107-38 16 42; Ledarna: Frank Hollstedt, +46 107-38 70 43; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42. All other questions should be directed to Talent Partner Julia Wiklund, Julia.wiklund1@hitachienergy.com.

ABB AB

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This position reports to: Sales Manager. Your role and responsibilities Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. Would you like to join our global sales and marketing team and grow ABB Metallurgy Products sales in the assigned export markets? ABB Metallurgy is the leading global supplier of Electromagnetic Stirring and Braking systems to the steel and aluminum industry. Metallurgy Products manufactures and sells EMS-systems and provides a wide range of benefits in the field of casting, melting and refining of steel and aluminum. Helping customers all over the world improve efficiency, save resources, and reduce emissions gives our work a powerful sense of purpose. The position is located in Västerås, Sweden and requires frequent travels to designated markets up to 50% of the time. You will be mainly accountable for: Manage sales of Metallurgy products in assigned markets with responsibility for sales volume and margin targets. Develop and implement market plan for designated markets, aligned with the sales volume and margin targets. Performs regular status reviews and proposes recovery plan(s) in cases of potential order shortfalls. Establishes and maintains effective customer relationships to understand customer needs, promote customer understanding of full system offering, and align to provide a solution. Ensures a positive customer experience throughout the sales process. Identifies and drives the development of new market opportunities. Ensures efficient marketing activities and value proposition to customers. Prepares offers in coordination with Global Sales Manager. Ensures appropriate technical and financial aspects of offers, including prices, and trading condition. Manages administrative procedures in sales processes and supports project management activities when needed. Follow the industry trends and competitors within the industry to identifying risks and opportunities. Qualifications for the role You have a relevant engineering or business degree. You are an experienced sales professional with >5 years’ experience from a B2B sales role in similar industries. Experience from the steel and/or aluminum industry is a big plus High spoken and written communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and a professional “can-do” attitude. Full proficiency in English. Further the position requires a flexible person who can travel and react quickly to dynamic environment. More about us At ABB Metallurgy we produce electromagnetic stirrers to the steel and aluminum industries. Primary customers are steel and aluminum plants. In the R&D and Simulations department at ABB Metallurgy, existing calculation tools and newly developed multi-physics tools are employed frequently to address the benefits of using electromagnetic actuation in improving the customer processes within different steps of metal making, e.g. melting and casting. These models are continuously developed and used in actual customer projects to make sure sufficient performance is met, and that demands on process improvements can be guaranteed. Recruiting Manager Marcus Ekman, +46 70 291 29 08 will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Blomqvist, +46 768 06 00 11; Ledarna: Leif Öhrberg, +46 724 64 40 16; Unionen: Krista Andersson, +46 706 44 02 85. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Irma Leijon, +46 724612314. We kindly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment agencies as well as sellers of additional job advertisements. Last day to apply is August 9. Please note that we will review applications after the summer break, once the team is back in August. We still encourage you to submit your application — we look forward to going through all candidates then. Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. That's why we welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit https://www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.