Clarios

Sales Manager Norway for VARTA Automotive (m/f/d)

Sweden, Stockholm Full time

At Clarios, we are producing the world’s best batteries, essential for the evolving future of transportation. Our advanced, low-voltage batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. Ready to take on a key role in driving Clarios’ success in the automotive aftermarket? Step into the challenge and become an essential part of our team! Your expertise and commitment will make a real impact on our growth and market leadership.

Power your future with Clarios and explore the possibilities with us.

As Sales Manager Norway for VARTA Automotive (m/f/d) you will play a key role in shaping and driving organizational integration initiatives across the EMEA region, fostering collaboration across functions, hierarchies, and geographies. You will act as a visible change agent, ensuring that transformation initiatives are deeply embedded in our operations, leadership behaviors, and company culture. This role bridges strategy and execution, bringing our global and regional integration and engagement programs to life across all EMEA sites.

This position has a remote setup, with an ideal location in Sweden near the Norwegian boarder and reports to the Country Sales Manager based in Stockholm.

What you will do

As Sales Manager Norway for VARTA Automotive (m/f/d), you will leverage your expertise in sales strategy, market development, and customer engagement to:

  • Define and execute strategies that drive revenue growth and exceed financial targets

  • Develop a deep understanding of the Norwegian market, including key players across all relevant channels

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers at all levels and across diverse profiles

  • Create and implement account plans that deliver measurable business results and long-term value

  • Provide accurate monthly forecasts, assess risks and opportunities, and take corrective actions when needed

  • Collaborate closely with internal teams such as logistics, finance, and marketing to ensure seamless operations

  • Design and execute marketing activities in alignment with the marketing team to strengthen brand presence

  • Proactively identify challenges and implement cost-effective solutions to optimize efficiency

  • Monitor performance and report progress transparently to senior management, translating insights into actionable recommendations

What makes you a good fit

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus

  • Proven experience in sales management or a similar role, ideally within the Automotive Aftermarket

  • Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills to navigate complex challenges and build lasting relationships

  • Language proficiency: professional communication skills in Swedish and Norwegian, plus strong English skills

  • Sense of ownership and accountability, with a clear commitment to achieving ambitious sales objectives

  • Proactive and results-oriented mindset, combined with a collaborative approach and customer focus

  • Openness to innovation and willingness to adopt new technologies to enhance performance

  • Technical understanding and ability to engage confidently on technical topics

  • Experience using digital tools and technology for training delivery (e.g., webinars, social media)

  • Full driving license and flexibility to travel across a wide area (on average 3 days per week)

What we offer you

As a technology leader with strong brands (VARTA® and OPTIMA®), Clarios thrives on the creativity, capability, and satisfaction of its employees. That’s why we offer people with drive and ambition many good reasons to join us:

  • The chance to work in an international environment for a global market leader

  • A stable company with the resources and commitment to invest in its people

  • A role where your contribution truly matters and makes an impact

  • Flexible, trust-based working hours to support work-life balance

  • An attractive salary package and bonus that rewards your performance

You want to learn more about the position and our EMEA region? Check out our regional page and get in touch with our recruiting team.

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About Clarios:

Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF). 


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Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com.

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