Markus Karlsson
About Markus Karlsson
Markus Karlsson is a Commercial Manager at Saab, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in aviation and engineering, having previously served as a pilot and held various managerial roles in sourcing and project management.
Work at Saab
Markus Karlsson has held multiple positions at Saab since joining the company. He currently serves as the Commercial Manager, a role he has occupied since 2021. Prior to this, he worked as Operations Bid Manager for seven years, starting in 2017. His earlier tenure at Saab includes a position as Partner Account & Strategic Sourcing Manager from 2013 to 2017 and as Projektledare from 2020 to 2021. His experience at Saab spans various aspects of operations and commercial management.
Education and Expertise
Markus Karlsson studied Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Economy at Luleå tekniska universitet, where he earned a Master of Science (MSc) degree from 1997 to 2002. He furthered his aviation expertise at Trafikflyghögskolan, TFHS, where he trained as a pilot from 2003 to 2004. This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both engineering principles and aviation operations.
Background
Before joining Saab, Markus Karlsson worked at Amapola Flyg AB as a pilot for the Fokker 50 from 2009 to 2011, based in Arlanda. He also gained experience at Siemens, where he served as a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager from 2011 to 2013 in Finspång. His diverse background in aviation and sourcing has contributed to his capabilities in commercial management.
Professional Experience
Markus Karlsson has accumulated extensive professional experience in various roles. His career includes significant positions at Saab, where he has worked in multiple capacities since 2013. His role at Siemens as a Strategic Sourcing Commodity Manager further complements his expertise in sourcing and procurement strategies. His experience as a pilot adds a unique perspective to his current roles in management.