Peer Steffensen
About Peer Steffensen
Peer Steffensen serves as the Vice President and General Manager at o9 Solutions, Inc., where he has worked since 2015. He has a diverse background in the IT and software industry, with previous roles at companies such as i2 Technologies, Steelwedge Software, and IBM Nordic.
Work at o9 Solutions
Peer Steffensen has served as Vice President and General Manager at o9 Solutions, Inc. since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for the overall Go To Market strategy of the company. His leadership focuses on creating highly productive and empowered workforces through superior planning and performance management processes. His tenure at o9 Solutions has contributed to the company's growth and success in the competitive software industry.
Previous Experience in the IT Industry
Peer Steffensen has extensive experience in the IT and software industry, having held various leadership positions. He worked at i2 Technologies as Sales Director for EMEA in 2003 and has held multiple roles at the company, including Director of High Tech & Telecom and Global Account Manager for Nokia. Additionally, he served as Executive Vice President of Global Field Operations at Steelwedge Software, Inc. from 2014 to 2015, and as Vice President of Business Development at E2open from 2009 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Peer Steffensen studied at Copenhagen Business School, where he earned a Graduate degree in Business Administration from 1985 to 1987. He also studied Mechanical Engineering at The Danish Engineering Academy, achieving a Graduate degree from 1982 to 1986. His educational background supports his expertise in enterprise applications, including ERP, SCM, Sourcing, and CRM, as well as his focus on performance management.
Background in Sales and Management
Throughout his career, Peer Steffensen has held various sales and management roles, demonstrating a strong capability in managing sales and consulting teams across multiple industries, including HiTech, Industrial, CPG, Retail, and Service. His experience includes positions at IBM Nordic, where he worked as Account Manager, Sales Manager, and ERP Manager. He has been involved in high-level negotiations, showcasing his skills in strategic planning and execution.