Business Development Director – Construction &… at Xylem · Sundbyberg

Business Development Director – Construction & Infrastructure Location: Sundbyberg Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employeesoperating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Xylem is looking for a commercially driven and strategic leader to help grow our business within the Construction & Infrastructure sector. In this role, you’ll lead market development activities for our water treatment products and services across Europe, while also supporting global opportunities. You’ll work closely with customers, contractors, engineers, sales teams, and product specialists to identify growth opportunities, strengthen key relationships, and shape solutions that meet industry needs. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable working independently, enjoys collaborating across teams and regions, and brings both commercial drive and industry knowledge to the table. Travel 25–50% across Europe, with occasional international travel. Responsibilities Develop and drive growth strategies for the Construction & Infrastructure market Build strong relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders Identify and advance new business opportunities across regions Partner with sales, marketing, product management, and R&D teams Support go-to-market activities, value propositions, and market campaigns Share market insights and industry trends to help shape future solutions Help grow market penetration and customer share across the segment Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or similar field Several years of experience in business development, commercial leadership, or strategic sales Experience in construction, infrastructure, water treatment, or related industry Strong commercial background with experience in solution or value-based selling Ability to think strategically while also staying close to customers and opportunities Comfortable building relationships across different cultures, teams, and markets Strong communication and collaboration skills Experience working internationally is a plus Fluent English is required Why Work at Xylem! We offer you a creative and international environment where you get the opportunity to focus on your personal and professional development together with committed and helpful colleagues. Engage as a volunteer through Xylem´s business program for community initiatives Xylem Watermark: www.xylemwatermark.com. Everyone's equal value We want people, regardless of skin color, age, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity, to feel at home, not just at Xylem, but everywhere in the world. For us, diversity, equality, and inclusion mean more than just a policy or a set of methods. Diversity, equality, and inclusion are fundamental parts of our corporate culture and a key to long-term growth. Feel free to visit us at https://www.xylem.com/sv-se/ Application Please apply with a resume in English. If you are interested in this position and would like to know more, please contact Leila Sayyad, Corporate Recruiter, Leila.sayyad@xylem.com . Welcome with your application! Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.