Arnt Eirik Johnsen

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ABOUT ARNT EIRIK JOHNSEN

I am an experienced manager with a demonstrated history of:Broad and In-Depth Leadership ExperienceI have held leadership roles in both national and international companies, leading sales and marketing departments, technical support centres, and customer service teams, reporting directly to senior management. Thus, acquired a strong foundation in both strategic and operational leadership.Strong Commercial and Strategic InsightI’ve been responsible for sales budgets, business models, distribution agreements, and global contracts. My work has involved benefit realisation, process improvement, and system implementation—thinking both commercially and strategically, with a long-term perspective.International Experience and Cultural AwarenessI’ve worked closely with international customers and partners, building global operations that include 24/7 support structures across Asia, Europe, and the US, navigating complex, multicultural environments.Technical Interest and UnderstandingAlthough I don’t have an engineering-type technical background, I have extensive experience working with technical products and solutions. I gained a solid understanding of different markets and have consistently demonstrated a strong interest in technical innovation and customer-oriented solutions.Solid Academic and Pedagogical BackgroundI hold a Master of Science in Information Systems, with a focus on benefit realisation and process optimisation. My education also includes leadership and organisational development from Military Academy and University. I’ve served as an instructor and consultant, which has strengthened my ability to train and develop teams.Building and Developing TeamsI’ve built departments from the ground up, developed methodologies for Key Account Management, and led teams through change and restructuring. My military background has given me experience in transformational leadership and conflict resolution, combining structure, empathy, and decisiveness.Clear and Trustworthy CommunicatorI communicate fluently in both Norwegian and English, and I’m experienced in reporting, negotiations, and high-level customer engagement, striving for transparency, trust and long-lasting relationshipsSo, what am I looking for in a new role? Over the last 15 years, I have enjoyed working with international customers, whether supplying services or entering into partnerships, negotiating agreements (including service, distribution, consignment, partnership, or supply), or exploring sales opportunities alongside my Sales Team or commercial partners.