Research & Development

Vice President Research & Development

Do you thrive on turning cutting-edge research into real-world impact? At Sandvik Coromant, we’re looking for a visionary leader to take on a position that’s more than managing projects – it’s about shaping culture, building talent, and ensuring our R&D capabilities outperform the competition.

Some words about us

We don’t just develop tools – we shape the future of machining. Our R&D team is at the heart of this mission, driving innovation that fuels sustainable and profitable growth. We work closely with pioneering customers, technology-leading institutes, and global partners to stay ahead of the curve. This is a team that’s bold, collaborative, and deeply committed to delivering value – fast.

Your mission

As Vice President R&D, you lead the development and execution of our global research and technology strategy. You’re part of the Sandvik Coromant Management team, setting direction and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver world-class solutions. Taking ownership of the full product portfolio, you ensure that our R&D efforts align with commercial ambitions, customer needs, and sustainability goals.

You develop the best people and organisations.

You build and empower a high-performing organization that:

Delivers R&D projects that create customer value – efficiently and swiftly
Drives digitalization and innovation through internal and external partnerships
Embeds sustainability and cost-efficiency into every product range
Champions knowledge-sharing, agile ways of working, and continuous improvement

This position offers flexible working arrangements, preferably Europe, and you report directly to the President of Sandvik Coromant.

Your profile

We’re looking for someone with a master’s degree in science or a related field, you’ve led product development and technology organizations with a strong strategic lens. You combine deep technical understanding with solid business acumen and a customer-first mindset. Experience in general management and cross-functional leadership is key. Acting in a truly global environment calls for proficiency in English, verbally and in writing.

You lead with integrity, curiosity, and courage. You’re entrepreneurial, decisive, and comfortable navigating complexity. With a humble and trusting approach, you build trust, challenge the status quo, and inspire teams to grow and deliver. You think holistically, act collaboratively, and never lose sight of the bigger picture. A flexible schedule and global mindset are essential.

Our culture

Innovation is in our DNA and we’re proud to shape the future of manufacturing in close collaboration with our customers and partners. We believe in an inclusive, equal and open-minded culture, and we nurture our diversities to form a solid foundation for achieving great results. Add fair and rewarding benefits, as well as many different career opportunities in an inspiring global environment. Meet some of your future colleagues at our career page or visit our website, LinkedIn or Facebook page to get to know us further.

Contact information

For further information about this position, please contact:

Gabriella Huss, Executive Talent Acquisition Expert, gabriella.huss@sandvik.com

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Hiring Manager

Helen Blomqvist, President Sandvik Coromant

How to apply

Please send us your application through our application system as soon as possible and no later than August 31, 2025. Job ID: R0081560. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail.

Our recruitment process is open and fair – we welcome all applicants and evaluate every unique application in line with the specified requirements profile, to find the best match for the position. To learn more about our recruitment process, please visit our career site or contact HR Services at

hrservices.sweden@sandvik.com.

Sandvik Coromant is part of the global industrial engineering group Sandvik and is at the forefront of developing manufacturing tools and machining solutions, with knowledge that drives the industry standards and innovations demanded by the metalworking industry now and in the next industrial era. Collaborations with educational institutions, extensive investment in research and development and strong customer partnership ensure the development of machining technologies that change, lead and drive the future of manufacturing. Sandvik Coromant owns over 1700 patents worldwide, employs around 8000 staff and is represented in more than 150 countries.

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