Country Sales Manager Sweden

About the role

 Role: Country Sales Manager
 Location: Stockholm, Sweden
 Language: Swedish & English
 WFH policy: Office focussed
 Industry: SaaS / Financial Reporting & Analytics
 

Role description:
 As Country Sales Manager, you will take ownership of the Swedish market. This is a hybrid role combining hands-on sales responsibilities with team leadership. You’ll drive revenue growth through new business and existing client upselling, while also managing and expanding the local sales team. Responsibilities include hiring, coaching, performance evaluations, and contributing to process improvements and team culture. You’ll work closely with the leadership team to define strategy and grow market presence.

Must haves:
Proven track record in B2B sales (Think 5 years min)
Strong people management or team leadership skills (formal or informal)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Fluent in Swedish and English
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Nice to haves:
Experience in SaaS or Financial/BI software sales
Background in Sales Operations or Customer Success leadership can also work
Affinity for process optimization and team building


Hiring process:
3 rounds including intro, case presentation, and leadership/team fit interviews

Extra info:
 Great opportunity for someone looking to combine a strong individual sales role with their first or next step in people management. Candidates may come from a Head of CSM or Sales Ops background with strong soft skills. Could be AEs ready for the next step, teamleads, or also high calibre consultants. Leadership includes responsibilities such as check-ins, performance reviews, hiring/firing, and organizing team-building events.