Malmo, Skåne County, Sweden
Dynamic, ambitious, and results-driven International trade manager and Business developer with a passion for leading people and driving success. I am adept at identifying emerging opportunities, strategic planning, expanding market reach, building strategic partnerships, negotiating contracts, leading cross-functional teams, optimizing supply chain and logistics efficiencies to maximize profitability and strong understanding of international trade. Known for being open-minded and curious, constantly seeking new opportunities and staying ahead of industry trends, committed to continuous learning and personal growth, I approach things differently than others. 🕵️♀️ I focus on delivering key outcomes and solutions. 💡 I love helping people but helping the team win gives me greater joy. 🫶 I enjoy meeting new people, discovering new cultures and hearing new perspectives. 🧭 Seeking new challenges where I can leverage my skills and experience to drive to business growth and forge strategic partnerships. 🔥
Driving large-scale, project-based sales across Europe for the marine sector. I work closely with ports, engineering firms, consultants, and construction companies to align customer needs with Trelleborg’s strategic objectives. This involves combining technical expertise with commercial excellence to ensure that every solution delivers long-term value. Key Focus Areas: -Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and implement regional strategies, achieve revenue and margin targets, lead tenders from lead generation to order closure, and manage forecasting and performance analysis. - Business Development: Identify new business opportunities, drive strategic growth by expanding market presence, monitor trends and competitors, and develop the sales area including agent and distributor networks. - Customer Engagement: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, provide technical guidance, and ensure customer satisfaction through proactive support. - Collaboration & Project Support: Work with engineering, project management, and suppliers to meet customer requirements and support process improvements. With extensive experience managing projects of varying scope and complexity, from targeted solutions worth thousands of euros to large-scale, multimillion-euro contracts, I excel at building strong client relationships, understanding complex technical and commercial requirements, and delivering tailored solutions that address diverse business challenges.
•Identified and developed new business opportunities in domestic and international markets. •Improved sales processes, operational workflows, and supply chain efficiency. •Built and managed customer and stakeholder relationships to support revenue growth. •Developed and executed sales and marketing strategies aligned with company goals. •Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance and logistics coordination. •Conducted market research, competitor analysis, and trend monitoring.
Co-founder of a company specializing in engineered polymer solutions, exporting customized high-performance polymer products for various applications across multiple sectors.
Co‑founded and scaled a corrugated plastic packaging business into a globally recognized operation, establishing its international trade function across four continents and driving 683% sales growth within four years. •Monitor KPIs to support accurate forecasting and strategic decision-making. •Drove domestic and international business development •Managed international trade operations across 4 continents (exports & imports). •Led B2B sales, negotiations, key account management, and partner development. •Developed and executed market entry, branding, and commercial strategies. •Built and managed teams (hiring, training, performance management). •Oversaw logistics, supply chain, customer service, and product development. •Directed product development, strategic planning and long-term commercial growth initiatives.
Participated in a student work and travel program, exploring American business etiquette, language, and culture. Experienced working for two restaurantfranchises including Famous Dave’s and TGI Fridays, developing team collaboration and customer service skills.