Head of Business Management

Axiell Group AB

Axiell is a global company at the cross section between the IT and the Culture sector. We are headquartered in Lund, Sweden, and have more than 450 employees and offices in over 15 countries. We serve libraries, schools, archives, museums and authorities with technically advanced and innovative solutions developed in close cooperation with our customers in 60 countries. Together we are one of the largest companies in the sectors we operate. Our mission is to secure the past and present knowledge to the future.

WORK DESCRIPTION

You will be the Head of Business Management, working as part of Axiell’s CTO management team to drive financial control, quality, delivery, 3rd-party partnerships and transformation in the Product and Platform Engineering (PPE) department. The position combines commercial, technology and influencing skills to ensure everything PPE delivers is of long-term value for our customers.
About the role

• You will understand the value of a large technical engineering and service organization brings, and how to measure and communicate it to all parts of Axiell

• You lead PPE commercial control and the development of 3rd party suppliers and partners.

• You will shape PPE strategic changes and advise on all commercial aspects of future plans.

• You lead budgeting and forecasting activity for PPE, with updates to C-Level.

• You will set meaningful non-financial metrics and improve planning tools to create outcomes for Axiell customers and transform how PPE work with functions across Axiell.

• You will advocate-for and play a hands-on role in the improvement of PPE management processes, including Financial Management, Risk Management and some Change projects.

• You lead for PPE on all Axiell-wide Business Process and System improvements.

• You will be an Ambassador for PPE and cooperate with Sales and Customer Support functions.

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced business manager in a complex technical organization, ideally one which provides multinational B2B technology products. You build trust and are passionate about quality, people, transformational change, innovation and commercial control. You have strong personal values that align with Axiell’s vision of a world where culture and knowledge are accessible to everyone, everywhere.

• You have 5+ successful years in a similar position, or are able to demonstrate the personal qualities, drive and breadth of skills to take on the role as a new challenge.

• You understand principles of Software Engineering and management of Technical Platforms, and can use KPI/OKR, Agile and Continuous Improvement methods to drive quality and value for money.

• You can inspire the people around you and build trusted relationships across Axiell and with 3rd party suppliers. You set high standards but are realistic and pragmatic.

• You have a broad digital technology vocabulary and curiosity. You understand the importance of Technology Innovation and processes to leverage it effectively.

• You have strong communications skills (written and verbal / English) with the ability to communicate concisely and persuasively across regional and functional lines.

• You are organized, with strong numeracy, commercial and analytical skills.      

• You are a quick to learn, creative and adaptable person.

• You are a collaborative people person and love both working as part of a team and leading individually.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Comprehensive employee benefits program

• Hybrid work environment

• Continuous learning opportunities

SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I APPLY?

To apply, please send us your up-to-date resume and covering letter explaining why you are interested in the position and how you are uniquely qualified for the role.

Don’t meet every single requirement – don’t worry - attitude, judgement, energy, people/team skills and your potential are more important than fitting every specific aspect of this job today. At Axiell, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to the principles of employment equity. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway and tell us why you are the perfect candidate we’re looking for!

Need support during your application?
Lisa Nädler (Human Resources)
Lisa.nadler@axiell.com

Need further information about the job?
Dave Thomas (Hiring manager)