Harald Eriksson
Stockholm
Summary
High-achieving senior executive with expertise in business planning, revenue development, and change management. With 4 years of leadership in the biotechnological manufacturing industry for clinical research companies, brings an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking mindset and a demonstrated track record of accomplishment. Results-driven executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record includes driving growth, optimizing processes, and fostering team collaboration. Exceptional skills in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Adaptable and reliable, consistently achieves high-impact results in dynamic environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
VP Quality
BioLamina AB
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
Manager QA Microbiology
AstraZeneca
10.2016 - 03.2021
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Laboratory Engineer Microbiology
AstraZeneca
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for critical equipment pieces to ensure uninterrupted operations within the laboratory setting.
- Conducted root cause analysis for any deviations or anomalies in testing results, ensuring data integrity and validity.
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing process improvements.
- Provided expert guidance on troubleshooting methods used in resolving technical issues faced by fellow researchers thereby enhancing their productivity levels.
Network Systems Administrator
AB Nordman & Co
06.2003 - 07.2007
- Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential vulnerabilities and addressing them before they escalated.
- Optimized network performance with regular monitoring, diagnostics, and prompt troubleshooting of issues.
- Delivered reliable network connectivity during critical events by successfully executing disaster recovery plans and maintaining up-to-date documentation of infrastructure configurations.
- Streamlined IT processes through the development and implementation of effective policies and procedures for network administration tasks.
Unix Systems Administrator
PA Granlund Kommunikation AB
10.2000 - 05.2003
- Optimized storage capacity by regularly analyzing disk space usage and implementing appropriate storage management policies.
- Effectively managed resources and prioritized tasks, successfully balancing multiple projects and support requests simultaneously.
- Participated in regular audits of Unix systems, adhering to industry standards for compliance purposes.
- Improved server uptime by monitoring system logs and promptly addressing potential issues.
Helpdesk Support Engineer
Lappower AB
08.1998 - 02.2000
- Reduced downtime for users by promptly troubleshooting and diagnosing software and hardware problems.
- Provided after-hours support to ensure continuous IT service availability during critical business periods or outages.
- Upgraded operating systems and computer software to perform compatibility with programs.
Education
Ph.D. - Molecular Genetics
Stockholm University
Stockholm01-2015
Master of Science - Molecular Biology
Stockholm University
Stockholm01-2011
Master of Science - Molecular Life Sciences
Stockholm University
Stockholm01-2010
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Stockholm University
Stockholm01-2009
Skills
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Client relationship building
- Complex Problem-solving
- Risk management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff development
- Budget oversight
Languages
Swedish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Czech
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
VP Quality
BioLamina AB
05.2021 - 06.2024
Manager QA Microbiology
AstraZeneca
10.2016 - 03.2021
Laboratory Engineer Microbiology
AstraZeneca
08.2015 - 09.2016
Network Systems Administrator
AB Nordman & Co
06.2003 - 07.2007
Unix Systems Administrator
PA Granlund Kommunikation AB
10.2000 - 05.2003
Helpdesk Support Engineer
Lappower AB
08.1998 - 02.2000
Ph.D. - Molecular Genetics
Stockholm University
Master of Science - Molecular Biology
Stockholm University
Master of Science - Molecular Life Sciences
Stockholm University
Bachelor of Science - Molecular Biology
Stockholm University
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