Head of Business Development

Head of Business Development, Sandvik’s business area Mining, Division Load and Haul, Turku.

We are looking for a Head of Business Development for Sandvik, Division Load and Haul, business area Mining Turku.

Sandvik Mining’s Load and Haul Business’ Turku Site is a global technology and manufacturing center for loaders and trucks for underground mining industry with focus on technology development and future innovative solutions to enable sustainable operations for our customers. We are now looking for a Head of Business Development. The position is permanent and located in Turku, Finland.

Your mission

The key mission is to drive the profitable growth of the Load and Haul business securing the shorter-term results together the Sales VP, and at the same time drive the development of the operative business enabling the longer-term results. Influencing the future strategy of the Division and developing commercial operations on strategic level is an essential part of this position. Work with a wide network of collaborators inside and outside the Division in the business area Mining and lead a team of experienced Area Managers.

Your key responsibilities

• Leading the global Load and Haul business development team.
• Globally developing a high performing business development organization that cooperates across functions.
• Ensuring delivery of profitable growth targets based on our division strategy in each of our sales areas.
• Overlook and analyze market trends, assess partnerships and sales effectiveness, and implement strategic initiatives positioning the division for competitive advantage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry influencers to/and identify and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Work closely with key stakeholders including for example sales, marketing, product offering and finance teams to ensure alignment on growth initiatives.
• Track, analyze and report on business development activities, pipeline progress, and KPIs providing insights and recommendations to senior leadership for continuous improvement.

Your background and key competencies we find important

• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field (Master’s preferred) in a reputable university.
• Experience in relevant industry, for example mining, heavy equipment or technology.
• Experienced in working with tight deadlines and changing priorities in an international environment.
• Strategic thinking and market awareness.
• Proven ability to develop and execute growth strategies in a competitive market.
• Relationship-building and stakeholder management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Financial acumen and business case development.
• Results-driven with a focus on measurable outcomes.
• As we act in a global business environment, this role requires fluent English and willingness to travel occasionally.

What’s in it for you?

We offer you an interesting role in an international business environment, extraordinary products, great colleagues and opportunities for your professional development. The position offers the opportunity to work in a global company that focuses on responsibility and advancing cutting-edge technology. The company's goal is to "Be a technology leader in its field". This is a significant and essential role for driving both immediate and long-term growth of the Load and Haul Division. The role ensures the division stays competitive by identifying new business opportunities, leading a high-performing team, and collaborating across departments.

We believe diversity of experience, perspective and background leads to a better environment for our employees, our business and, therefore, our customers. We are a company with an open-minded culture, actively working to create a workplace characterized by our values of Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus.

Applying/Are you interested?

Send your application with salary expectations by 18.1.2026

We are working with Tuocon Oy on this recruitment. For more information about the position, please contact recruitment consultant Asko Johanson, available from 7 January 2026, tel. +358 40 579 8774, asko.johanson@tuocon.fi.

About us

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Our offerings cover the entire customer value chain and are based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions. In 2024, the group had approximately 41.000 employees, sales in more than 150 countries and revenues of about SEK 123 billion.