Sales & Business development B2B, Construction sector

Connecting Jobs, run by the non-profit organisation Beredskapslyftet, helps newcomers take their first steps into the Swedish labour market – while giving companies access to new talent. Our client is a privately owned company operating in the construction business and an international B2B environment. The company is in a phase of commercial development and is looking for a Sales Manager who can take responsibility for building customer relationships, and developing sales in selected markets. The role is suitable for a person who enjoys working close to decision-makers, creating structure in sales processes, and turning business potential into concrete results. Location:Stockholm County, Sweden Who we are looking for:Sales Manager Your responsibilities:- Identify and develop new business opportunities in selected markets- Expand the customer base by finding, contacting, and securing new clients- Develop new sales areas and contribute to increasing the company’s market share- Build and maintain long-term relationships with business customers and partners- Prepare commercial proposals, offers, and sales presentations- Conduct negotiations with potential and existing customers- Follow up on leads, meetings, agreements, and ongoing business opportunities- Support the development of sales processes, customer pipelines, and market activities- Work closely with company management on commercial priorities and growth initiatives Requirements:- Previous experience in sales, business development, account management, or partnership management in construction- Proven experience in developing markets, expanding market share, developing new business areas, and gaining new clients- Experience from B2B sales, wholesale, retail, trade, services, or another relevant commercial sector- Strong communication and negotiation skills- Good ability to build and maintain long-term business relationships- Professional proficiency in English- Good organisational skills and ability to plan and prioritise independently- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with a high level of responsibility Your profile:- Business-oriented and results-driven- Strong commercial mindset and ability to identify growth opportunities- Confident in communication with companies, customers, and partners- Structured, proactive, and able to move sales processes forward- Strong at building trust and maintaining professional relationships- Flexible and comfortable working in a growing company where priorities may change- Motivated by developing new business opportunities and contributing to company growth What the employer offers:- Full-time employment- On-site role based in Stockholm- Direct cooperation with company management- Good opportunities for professional growth and development- Dynamic work environment in a growing company Important: This position is part of a project co-financed by the European Union through the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF). The project aims to support third-country nationals in their integration into the Swedish labour market. Participants have a residence permit in Sweden but do not have Swedish citizenship or EU/EEA citizenship

About us: Stegra is on a mission to disrupt the global steel industry by producing green steel, with the end goal of bringing down CO2 emissions to zero. By using green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity instead of coal; water and heat will be our primary emissions. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitalized, and sustainable plant in Boden, located in northern Sweden - currently in construction phase. But this is just the beginning – our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize other industries in addition to steel, and we look forward to what’s next in store for us. We are looking for talented, innovative, and purpose-driven people to join our rapidly growing and diverse team. Our interns get to learn everyday, implement the latest technology and test and put their ideas into practice. Together, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core – for our people, customers, investors, society, and planet. We are now looking for a university student to support our sales and market development efforts from our Stockholm office during the fall of 2026. This is a unique opportunity to combine analytical work with real customer interaction, where your contributions will directly impact our sales pipeline and go-to-market activities. ABOUT THE ROLE You will work closely with our Automotive sales team and the broader commercial organization. Your work will focus on identifying, prioritizing, and engaging future customers across sectors and geographies - giving you exposure to both strategy and hands-on sales. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Conduct market and strategy analysis across industries and regions * Identify high-potential customer segments and volume opportunities * Research and map new markets, with a focus on the Nordics * Support outreach activities (email & cold calling) to potential customers * Build and maintain prospect lists and support pipeline development * Collaborate with Account Managers by generating insights and qualified leads * Support internal tools related to decarbonization and commercial planning * Assist in go-to-market initiatives, presentations, and ad-hoc analysis WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Business, Engineering, Economics, Political Science, Industrial Engineering & Management, Sustainability, or similar * Strong interest in commercial strategy, sales, and market analysis * Comfortable working in Excel and PowerPoint * Strong communication skills and willingness to engage in outreach activities * Self-driven, structured, and able to manage your own work independently * Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment * Interest in sustainability or industrial transformation is a plus ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS * Proven builder mindset with AI tools – Demonstrated experience using AI tools such as LLMs, agents, or automation tools to produce real outputs, for example analyses, dashboards, workflows, or small tools. Please include 1–2 concrete examples in your application, or share a portfolio/GitHub showing what you have built. * Curious, experimental, and fast-learning with new tools – Strong interest in exploring emerging AI capabilities and willingness to test, break, and iterate on new approaches. Comfortable learning by doing, including in areas where there is no clear playbook yet. * High agency and critical thinking in ambiguous problems – Able to independently structure undefined market questions, pressure-test AI-generated outputs, and improve them through problem breakdown, prompting, chaining, and validation. Not satisfied with first answers, with a focus on accuracy, insight, and leverage. PRACTICAL INFORMATION * Period: Fall of 2026 (Somewhere around mid August until Christmas) * Extent: Circa 50% (20 hours/week) * Location: Stegra HQ, Norra Stationsgatan 93A, Stockholm * Supervisor: Johannes Rid, Head of Sales – Automotive * Compensation: 165 SEK/hour including vacation pay * Requirement: You need to be enrolled in a university program that includes an internship component or allows part-time work alongside studies, and hold a valid EU passport or a Swedish student visa. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN At Stegra, you’ll be part of a high-impact, ambitious team working to transform the steel industry and reduce global emissions. During your internship, you will: * Gain real-world experience in B2B sales and commercial strategy * Work on live projects with direct business impact * Develop skills in market analysis, prospecting, and stakeholder engagement * Build your network in a fast-growing, purpose-driven company Ready to kickstart your career in commercial strategy and sustainable industry? Apply with your CV and a short motivation. What we can offer you If you are passionate about making actual change and having a positive impact on society and our planet, Stegra offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fun and professional team with high ambitions. You will get the opportunity to shape your future career together with a company focusing on creating a culture where everyone can thrive and feel a sense of belonging. In the end, we know that Stegra’s growth and success is dependent on our people and we can’t wait to shape the future of steelmaking and other industries together as a team.