About the role
Business area managers have a strategic role within companies and are responsible for a specific business area. They often have a college education in economics, business management, or another relevant discipline. Their work is crucial for driving the company's development and profitability within their area.Responsibilities
Business area managers are responsible for developing and implementing strategies for their business area. They oversee budget, performance, and staff, and ensure that the business area's goals are achieved. They work closely with other departments to coordinate activities and initiatives.Skills and tools
Business area managers must have strong leadership skills, good analytical ability, and be able to make strategic decisions. They use tools for business analysis, project management, and often CRM systems. Communication and negotiation skills are also important to succeed in the role. Common competencies demanded by employers are personalansvar, budgetansvar and affärsutveckling.