Head of Strategy – Business Support

Saab

Head of Strategy & Business Support at Saab, guiding strategy and driving operations for the EW Product unit. Overseeing team development, business strategy, and operational planning for innovative defense solutions.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeStockholm • 🇸🇪 SwedenLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and develop the Strategy & Business Support team
Define and drive the business strategy
Breakdown of the strategy into a PU strategy plan
Drive the Financial Business Plan for the PU
Drive business support activities, including bids and cost calculations
Responsible for Sales & Operations Planning
Responsible for Strategic Workforce Planning
Budget and cost responsibility
Ensure effective processes, governance, and follow-up
Contribute to a culture of transparency, engagement, and continuous learning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in driving strategy work
Leadership experience with personnel and budget responsibility
Solid understanding of technology and product development
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Flexible working hours
Professional development budget

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Hard Skills & Tools

business strategyfinancial business plansales and operations planningstrategic workforce planningbudget managementcost calculationsprocess governance

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationtransparencyengagementcontinuous learning