Arbetsbeskrivning

SSAB is taking the lead in decarbonizing the steel industry, with our Nordic transformation making significant progress. To successfully navigate this journey toward a sustainable future, we need a passionate and driven team that believes in our mission. We are seeking an open-minded, committed, and motivated individual to join us as a Business Development Analyst through the European Graduate Program. Placement in Borlänge Sweden or Helsinki Finland.

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow.

About the program and position

The European Graduate Program is designed to attract and develop newly graduated talent to ensure SSAB’s future critical competencies. Over the course of 14 months, you will be engaged in a series of workshops and lectures that provides in-depth knowledge of SSAB’s operations, leadership practices, and a wide network of professional contacts.

The program includes visits to SSAB’s production sites in Finland and Sweden, as well as an individual trip to a business location of particular interest. Throughout the program, you are paired with a senior mentor who provides personalized guidance and support. The program concludes with a final presentation to SSAB’s management team, where you will present your learnings and experiences.

As a Business Development Analyst, you will serve as a pivotal techno-commercial professional, blending technical proficiency with business acumen. In this role, you will contribute to business development initiatives, craft effective go-to-market strategies, and help shape the roadmap for scaling volumes our decarbonized steel: SSAB Zero from our Nordic assets. You will also play a key role in identifying attractive steel using segments-applications and successfully implementing go-to-market initiatives to ensure a sustainable stream of innovative solutions. Your ability to integrate technical insights with commercial objectives will be key to driving growth and operational success.

Main responsibilities

• Coordinate and contribute to developing the commercial roadmap for ramping up decarbonized steel volumes
• Track and analyze market dynamics in decarbonized steel, including competitor activities, industry standards, regulatory changes, carbon pricing, demand-supply trends, and price premium developments
• Identify high-potential steel market segments to maximize medium- and long-term value creation.
• Support evaluations of business potential through competitive analysis, product-application suitability, gap assessments, and development of innovative solutions.
• Drive implementation of go-to-market strategies to convert opportunities into successful business outcomes.
• Assist in building robust business cases and crafting compelling value propositions for identified solutions, including sales presentations, reference cases, and delivering training.
• Facilitate communication and alignment across internal stakeholders, such as sales, technical development, product development, and product management
• Provide support for ad hoc business development initiatives and projects as needed

About You

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field
• (Graduated within the last 24 months or soon to graduate)
• Proficient English skills (spoken & written)
• Excellent presentation skills
• You have a structured, organized way of working
• Willingness to learn and open-minded

To enjoy SSAB and be able to take advantage of this program to its fullest you also need to:

• Demonstrate ambition to drive development and continuous improvement for both personal growth and business performance
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Have good cultural awareness and willingness to work in an international environment
• Be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing conditions
• Have the ability to see the big picture
• Be an excellent team player with a driven mindset

Our offer

At SSAB we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values – driven, true and ahead – in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond.

This program offers you

• Kickstart your career in an international company and environment
• Permanent employment at SSAB
• Market relevant salary
• Senior mentor individually picked for you
• Trainee-“dates” with the other program-participants including mill visits, presentations and experience exchange
• Individual trip to a business location of particular interest
• A broad international network

Recruitment process

1. Apply

2. Digital assesments

3. Interview

4. Reference Check

5. Come and meet us

6. Health Examination

7. Sign

Background check may be a part of the recruitment process. The health check also includes drug testing.

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Word from your future manager

I’m honored to lead a dynamic, motivated, international team of 4 located in the Nordic region. We are a close-knit team. Our culture is built on trust, openness, and support, with a strong emphasis on well-being—enabling us to consistently deliver outstanding results. We value mutual respect and provide a high degree of autonomy, empowering team members to take ownership of their responsibilities while collaborating on diverse projects. We are agile and constantly seeking to improve. And yes, we make sure to have fun along the way!

If you’re looking to join an international, open-minded, and results-driven team, you’ll feel right at home with us.