Arbetsbeskrivning

SKF has been around for more than a century and today we are one of the world’s largest global suppliers of bearings and supporting solutions for rotating equipment. Our products can be found everywhere in society, making us an essential part of everyday life for people and companies worldwide.

In September of 2024, SKF announced the separation of its Automotive business, with the objective to build two world-leading businesses. The role you are applying for will be part of the automotive business. This means you will have the opportunity to be a part of shaping a new company aimed at meeting the needs of the transforming global automotive market.

We are now looking for a…

VA Sales Manager Ukraine & Moldova - Automotive Business

Are you a person with strong drive and a can‑do attitude? Are you a creative Sales professional who enjoys exploring new ways of working within the Automotive Aftermarket?

If you thrive in a hands‑on environment and enjoy taking initiative to get things done, we would love to hear from you.

The Independent Automotive Aftermarket is undergoing dramatic changes with evolving customer expectations, acceleration of technological innovation, and shifts in competitive power. These changes will reshape the way customers, automotive suppliers, and other aftermarket companies drive business in the independent automotive aftermarket. Independent automotive aftermarket business is conducted via several business channels, therefore SKF has recently reshaped this department to better drive and accelerate changes needed for future success. The role will require you to optimize existing and future independent automotive aftermarket business through successful customer acquisition and retention strategies.

Key responsibilities

• Drive, develop, motivate and coach local independent automotive aftermarket sales teams, recognise and develop talents to meet future needs
• Foster current sales channels and develop partnerships with new sales channels
• Innovate, experiment, and disrupt the way how our products reach garages
• Interact daily with independent automotive aftermarket internal stakeholders/departments
• Lead and drive change and improvement strategies
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and laws
• Ensure consistent, profitable growth in sales revenues through positive planning and collaboration
• Implement and execute company goals
• Analyse and monitor the automotive market to support clear business decisions

We expect you to have/be

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or similar
• Strong communication skills in Ukraine and English, verbal and written
• Valid driver’s license; category B
• Self-starter, highly motivated, hands on and can-do attitude
• Sound negotiation and project management skills
• Relevant sales, service, customer and innovation experience
• Experience of supply chain management
• Technical knowledge within Automotive

What you can expect

This is a great opportunity to take the Independent Automotive Aftermarket at SKF to a new level. You will get the possibility to be autonomous and explore new ways of working to change the Independent Automotive Aftermarket in Ukraine. You will be a part of a solid global organization, but in the same time have the chance to act as it was a start-up, being creative and trying out new modern approaches to the market.

Additional information for you

This position is based in Sweden, with the work performed from our site in Gothenburg. While the role focuses on operational follow‑up for Ukraine and Moldova, employment is on a local Swedish contract. Therefore, you must already reside in Sweden and be able to commute to our Gothenburg office several times per week as part of our flexible hybrid setup.

Is this you?

If the answer is yes, submit your application with your CV in English no later than February 8, 2026. Please note that we can't accept applications via email. We will screen candidates continuously throughout the application period, so make sure to submit your application as soon as possible.

At SKF, we are committed to promoting fairness and inclusivity throughout our recruitment process. To achieve this, we may include assessments and verify the information in your application in compliance with country-specific laws and regulations.