Customer Project Manager to Ericsson

Ericsson is a leading provider of telecommunications equipment and related services to mobile and fixed network operators globally.More than 1000 networks in 140 countries utilize our network equipment and 40 percent of all mobile calls are made through our systems.We are one of the few companies worldwide that can offer end-to-end solutions for all major mobile communication standards.Description of unit Competence Area Customer Project Management is part of the Global Service Delivery Center (GSDC) Sweden within Ericsson's Global Services organization.We support Ericsson's sales organization around the globe to sell, develop and implement Network Rollout and Systems Integration projects.GSDC Sweden is primarily responsible for the northern segment of Europe including Eastern Europe and Central Asia.We are seeking Customer Project Managers to be employed in Karlskrona.Job Description Are you ready for an international career as a consultant with Ericsson?Your home base will be at GSDC, which supports our customers with the competence they need to grow their business.Systems Integration projects require customer-unique integration of Ericsson and partner products. As a Customer Project Manager, you will work in two different phases, during the sales phase or during the execution phase.During the sales phase you are a member of the team that sells the product together with sales responsible as well as a technical responsible person.The responsibility in the sales phase for you are managing the project scope, resource estimations, project timing and cost.During the delivery phase, you coordinate work tasks to ensure the solution is implemented on time and within budget. The Customer Project Manager also has the key role of managing the project scope and creating add-on business using efficient change-request procedures.A major part of the work is done outside Sweden, at customer and Ericsson sites.You must be interested in traveling and working in different cultures, and be prepared to travel on short notice.Tasks include: -Participating in the project lifecycle from sales to project planning, project execution and handover to support - Defining and reaching project goals, such as project scope, timing, quality targets and project budget - Assigning project staff and initiating product and service ordering - Managing the refined customer requirements and project documentation - Managing project risks - Leading progress report meetings with the customer and the project steering group - Mentoring and knowledge sharing with colleagues.Who are you?A Master of Science or equivalent education is required. We are seeking people with: - At least some years experience of project management and/or with project management certification (PMP/PMI).- Experience working as a line manager is also an advantage.- Proven experience in and understanding of solution/consultative selling.The positions require strong leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.We are seeking applicants who can support their good technical understanding with a customer-focused and results-oriented approach. Contact Apply by clicking on the link below or contact us to find out more.We look forward to hearing from you.Since we do the selection continuously do apply as soon as possible.