Automation & AI Lead - Gothenburg
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location
Göteborg
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published date
2026-03-02
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company name
Columbus Sweden AB
Overview
Intro: Are you ready to shape the future of digital solutions within AI and Automation? We are seeking a driven and strategic leader to take responsibility for developing our Data & AI offerings, combining business development with customer engagement. Join us to influence, collaborate internationally, and build a strong competency area in a growing organization. Responsibilities: As the Lead, you will drive the Automation & AI agenda by utilizing a strong portfolio within the Data & AI business area, creating new engagements in Sweden and delivering real customer value. Alongside, you will gradually build and scale a team in close cooperation with other business areas. You will develop competencies, strategies, and innovative digital solutions that make a real difference for our clients. You'll be a driving force in international collaborations, act as a delivery expert, and work closely across business units to create holistic solutions. Your role is equally divided between sales/delivery and scaling operations, with emphasis on customer engagement as building blocks for growth. You'll lead strategic initiatives, build competencies, participate actively in customer dialogues, presales, projects, and ensure new technology adoption for real value. The role reports directly to the Head of Data & AI Sweden and offers the opportunity to recruit top industry consultants and foster strong relations with key technology partners. Qualifications: To succeed you have 10+ years of experience in management consulting and digital transformation, at least 2 years in Automation, AI, and Microsoft Power Platform. Fluency in Swedish and English is required, as well as Swedish residency. Industry experience in manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Retail & Distribution or Life Science is a plus. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are essential.
Must Have
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At least 10 years of experience in management consulting and digital transformation
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At least 2 years of experience with Automation, AI, and Microsoft Power Platform
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Fluent in Swedish and English, both spoken and written
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Experience in customer engagement and business development
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Swedish residency or citizenship required
Nice To Have
• Industry experience in manufacturing
• Experience within Food & Beverage
• Experience within Retail & Distribution
• Experience within Life Science
• Experience building and leading teams

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