Erik Larsson
About Erik Larsson
Erik Larsson is a Commercial Manager at Saab, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in event coordination, sourcing, and supply chain management, with degrees from Chalmers University of Technology and Politecnico di Milano.
Work at Saab
Erik Larsson has been serving as the Commercial Manager at Saab since 2021. His role involves overseeing commercial operations and strategies within the company. Prior to this position, he worked as a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Saab from 2017 to 2021, where he focused on sourcing strategies and supplier management. Additionally, he participated in the Saab Graduate Leadership Programme as a Sourcing Analyst from 2016 to 2017. His tenure at Saab has spanned various roles, contributing to his extensive experience in the aerospace and defense sector.
Education and Expertise
Erik Larsson holds a Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management from Chalmers University of Technology, which he completed from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering and Management from the same institution, studying from 2010 to 2013. Furthermore, he participated in an exchange program at Politecnico di Milano, focusing on Engineering/Industrial Management from 2014 to 2015. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and management strategies.
Background
Erik Larsson has a diverse professional background, beginning his career in warehouse operations at Atlet AB from 2012 to 2013. He then worked as a Delivery Driver for PostNord Logistics from 2013 to 2014. Following this, he transitioned to event management, serving as an Event Coordinator at GKSS Event AB in 2014 for 11 months and later at the GKSS Match Race Center in 2015. His varied experiences have contributed to his skills in logistics, event coordination, and commercial management.
Professional Experience
Throughout his career, Erik Larsson has accumulated significant experience in various roles. He worked at GKSS Event AB in two capacities, first as an Event Coordinator and then at the GKSS Match Race Center. His experience at Saab includes roles as a Sourcing Analyst and Strategic Sourcing Manager, where he developed expertise in sourcing and supply chain management. This combination of roles in logistics, event management, and commercial operations has equipped him with a well-rounded skill set.