Vice President, Strategy & Business Development
About this role
Do you thrive on shaping strategic direction, identifying growth opportunities, and creating long-term value in a global industrial business? At Business Area Mining, you help define our strategic agenda and drive growth, transformation, and portfolio development.
Some words about us
Mining is a business area within Sandvik and a leading global supplier of equipment, tools, parts, services, digital solutions, and technologies for the mining industry. Together with our customers, we improve safety, productivity, and sustainability in mining operations worldwide.
With approximately 18,400 employees and annual revenues of around SEK 63 billion, we have a strong market position, ambitious growth plans, and a clear focus on innovation, operational excellence, and customer success.
Role overview
As Vice President for Strategy and Business Development, you lead the function and play a key role in defining and execution Mining’s strategic agenda. You oversee portfolio development, strategic initiatives, and M&A activities in close collaboration with divisional presidents, functional leaders, and Sandvik Group stakeholders.
You report directly to the President of Mining and are a member of the BA’s management team.
Your mission
You translate the BA’s strategic priorities into clear direction, focused initiatives, and measurable business impact. Through analysis, portfolio work, and transformation initiatives, you strengthen competitive advantage and support sustainable growth. You also have overall hosting responsibility for the Marketing and Communications function within Mining.
Your key responsibilities
Driving BA strategy development and execution.
Supporting divisional strategy development and business planning.
Leading mergers, acquisitions, divestments, and strategic partnerships.
Evaluating growth opportunities, portfolio priorities, and industry trends.
Providing market intelligence, competitive insights, and strategic analysis to support executive decision-making.