Joakim Schackenborg
About Joakim Schackenborg
Joakim Schackenborg serves as the Head of Country Unit South Cone at Saab Latinamerika S.A., overseeing operations in Chile, Argentina, and Peru since 2017. He has extensive experience in business management and marketing, having held various leadership roles in different companies prior to his current position.
Work at Saab
Joakim Schackenborg has been with Saab Latinamerika S.A. since 2012, holding various roles including Marketing Director and Key Account Manager for Global Accounts. In 2017, he became the Head of Country Unit South Cone, overseeing operations in Chile, Argentina, and Peru. His responsibilities include expanding Saab's business in the region by leveraging advanced technology to create long-term societal value. He leads a team of sales executives and marketers to foster relationships with government entities, industry stakeholders, and academic institutions.
Previous Experience
Before joining Saab, Schackenborg worked at Processfilter Sweden AB as Export Manager from 1999 to 2007. He then transitioned to Lahega Kemi AB, where he served as Head of Business Unit - Industry from 2007 to 2012. These roles provided him with extensive experience in export management and business unit leadership within the manufacturing sector.
Education and Expertise
Joakim Schackenborg studied at Mälardalen University, where he earned a degree in Production Engineering. He furthered his education at EFL-Executive Foundation in Lund, obtaining a qualification in Business Administration. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering and business management, essential for his roles in sales and marketing within the defense and technology sectors.
Professional Responsibilities
In his current role at Saab, Schackenborg is responsible for developing and coordinating interactions among various stakeholders, including government, industry, product development, and academia. His focus is on enhancing Saab's presence in the South Cone region by delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of local markets and contribute to societal advancements.