Sandvik
Mining, rock excavation, metal cutting solutions
Business Line Manager - Ground Support Division, Southern and Eastern Mediterranean Countries
More locations: Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy | Munich, Germany
Flexible within Southern and Eastern Mediterranean countries; regular presence in a Sandvik office is required.
About the job
- At least 5 years of experience within mining, ground support, underground operations, industrial equipment, or a related industry.
- Proven success driving business growth, profitability, and customer engagement.
- Experience managing P&L responsibility and developing long-term business strategies.
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
- Excellent leadership in a matrix organization, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Own the Ground Support business across Sales Area SEMEC, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, and market share growth.
- Develop and execute growth strategies aligned with regional and global priorities.
- Identify new opportunities, expand customer penetration, and accelerate business performance.
- Lead the successful introduction of new products and technologies.
- Drive business development and growth initiatives across SEMEC countries.
- Support Sales Managers and Key Account Managers in identifying and winning new business opportunities.
- Provide market, industry, and application expertise to the commercial organization.
- Participate in strategic customer meetings together with Sales Managers and Key Account Managers.
- Monitor market trends, competitive activities, and emerging opportunities.
- Develop and deliver sales enablement, training, and best-practice sharing across the region.
- Collaborate with Product Management, Marketing, and Operations to execute regional growth plans.
- Represent the business in relevant industry forums and networks.
- Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across SEMEC markets.
- Maintain a regular presence in a Sandvik office and actively network with stakeholders across the Sales Area to strengthen collaboration and support regional growth initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance on Ground Support applications and solutions.
- Support product performance evaluations, audits, and technical improvement initiatives.
- Capture market insights and customer needs to support future innovation and product development.
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Business Line team.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner across functions and business lines to unlock growth opportunities and maximize customer value.
- Technical understanding of Ground Support products and applications.
- Knowledge of foreign languages, such as French, Italian, or Spanish.
About the company
Sandvik is a global engineering company focused on mining and rock excavation, rock processing, and metal cutting, supplying tools, machines, and related services. Its products perform material extraction, rock breaking, crushing, and precision cutting to help customers mine, process, and shape metals. It differentiates itself through a long history, deep specialization in its core domains, an integrated portfolio, and a strategy that keeps focus on core businesses while divesting non-core units like Alleima. Its goal is to help customers improve productivity, safety, and sustainability in heavy industry by providing reliable equipment, tools, and support.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Stockholms kommun, Sweden
Founded
1862
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 order intake hit SEK 37.8 billion, with 17% growth.
- Q2 2026 adjusted EBITA margin reached 22.6%, proving pricing and mix strength.
- Sandvik completed Diemme Filtration on September 1, 2026, expanding mining value-chain coverage.
What critics are saying
- Machining restructuring through 2030 cuts 130 jobs and SE105 million annual savings distract execution.
- Q2 2026 items affecting comparability reached SEK 582 million, exposing integration and impairment costs.
- Autonomous drilling, filtration, and machining all face tough rivals like Epiroc, Caterpillar, and Metso.
What makes Sandvik unique
- Sandvik owns mining equipment, rock processing, and machining platforms across one industrial stack.
- AutoMine and Rio Tinto’s 2026 autonomous drilling integration deepens switching costs in mines.
- Diemme Filtration adds dewatering and filter presses, extending Sandvik deeper into mine throughput.
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Flexible Work Hours
Professional Development Budget
Training Programs
Parental Leave
Wellness Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Performance Bonus
Remote Work Options
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Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire the Italy-based company Diemme® Filtration, a leading
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