Key Account Dept Leader - Nordic Customs (Strömstad)

Maersk; Strömstads kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk is seeking a Department Manager for the Key Account Department in Strömstad to lead teams, ensure service quality, and drive development. You will collaborate across departments to streamline customs processes, balance daily operations with long-term goals, and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Fluent Swedish and English are essential, with a track record in leadership within logistics or customs.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles with people management responsibility.
• Higher education in a relevant field.
• Experience within customs, logistics, transportation, or a related industry.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement and change management.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to translate strategy into results.
• Proficiency in Swedish, as well as English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Key Account Department in Strömstad, with responsibility for employee development, service quality, and operational performance.
• Ensure strong collaboration between departments and other stakeholders to create efficient and seamless customs processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with a focus on quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor departmental performance through clear objectives, priorities, and performance management.
• Build a culture characterised by collaboration, accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations, internal guidelines, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Change management

Business acumen

Swedish

English

Education

Higher education in relevant field

Job description

Maersk is seeking a Department Manager for the Key Account Department in Strömstad to lead teams, ensure service quality, and drive development. You will collaborate across departments to streamline customs processes, balance daily operations with long-term goals, and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture.

Fluent Swedish and English are essential, with a track record in leadership within logistics or customs.