Commercial Manager Svitzer Scandinavia

My name is Rutger Thulin, Chief Commercial Officer for Svitzer Europe. I am looking for a new Commercial Manager to join my team. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing and managing the business relationships of the company as well as developing new business opportunities within the geographical scope of the European region. A central part of the role is to build trust, maintain open dialogue and develop strong, long-term relationships with customers and other key stakeholders. You will function as a trusted commercial partner to our customers, taking the time to understand their business, needs and challenges and translating these into value-creating solutions. Today we are a team of 10 people, within Commercial and Business Development in Europe whereof half are based in our Copenhagen office. You will be based in either Copenhagen or Gothenburg. However, the role requires regular travel and a consistent presence at both locations. Svitzer Scandinavia Cluster currently operates across Sweden, Denmark, and Germany Who we are Svitzer is a leading global towage operator, founded in 1833, Svitzer builds on almost 200 years of experience. Our powerful tugboats and experts in towage work tirelessly to keep goods flowing, businesses thriving, and communities connected. Today, Svitzer is a leading global port and terminal infrastructure provider, serving approximately 2,000 customers in over 140 ports and 40 terminals across 37 countries through a fleet of 456 vessels, and with more than 4000 employees. We provide sustainable marine services that make ports and terminals safer, more efficient, and more climate friendly. At the same time, we innovate. The Svitzer Transverse Tug is a good, summarized example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IPdhKsJu3fk (1 min 55 sec). What we offer We offer an international and inclusive workplace that values ambition, professionalism, and collaboration. We foster a culture of open communication and strong teamwork, and we promote a healthy balance between personal well-being and professional achievement. Join us in an environment where curiosity is welcomed, continuous learning is embraced, and collective success is our shared goal. Key responsibilities You will be responsible for the execution of the business plan to meet the sales target, maintain current business, and generate growth for the company. You will be responsible for the Commercial Activities of our Svitzer Scandinavia Cluster, as well as account management for selected clients predominantly based in Europe. A central part of the role is to build trust, maintain open dialogue and develop strong, long-term relationships with customers and other stakeholders. You will function as a trusted commercial partner, ensuring that customers feel understood, supported, and confident in their relationship with Svitzer. Main Tasks Manage business relationships with customers on a day-to-day basis to ensure customer satisfaction,…