Head of Portfolio Marketing Dedicated Networks BTEB (409082)

Our Exciting Opportunity
Do you want to be part of driving Ericsson’s growth business? Is having laser focus on the end customer, understanding their businesses and how our technology can support them in being successful, what drives you?
That is precisely our mission in Business Area Technologies and New Businesses (BTEB). With 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) at the doorstep, we are on the verge of unlocking the true business value by supporting Communication Service Providers (CSP’s) to tap into multiple industry value chains, and for Enterprises to capture the full value of their businesses. These technological platforms are the bedrock for entrepreneurship and value creation for the next decade, and this is the space Ericsson wants to be the top tier force of innovation.

If you obsess over customers and desire accountabilities to fulfill this ambition, we have an exciting opportunity for in a fast-paced, highly collaborative and technical environment at Ericsson!


You will
own the strategic marketing engagements with key customers globally, as well as engaging with key eco-system partners
act as the specialist on customer needs and insights, as well as strategic market and competitor insights
be responsible to drive the development and execution of marketing strategy towards key partners externally and internally
develop and articulate sustained competitive advantages
support Market Areas with sales enablement
develop and lead a team of highly competent marketeers
act as an advisor, and a source of thought leadership in key central initiatives towards customers, employees, and other key partners



The role reports to the Head of Marketing and Communications for BTEB, and be part of the BTEB Marketing and Communications Leadership Team. It is also part of the Dedicated Networks (DN) Leadership Team with a dotted line to head of the DN unit.
Primary location: Stockholm, Sweden.


The objective of the role is to drive a customer centric offering and proposition that enables accelerated execution and scale up of the Dedicated Networks business through:
Continuously generate structured and deep customer and market insights that allows Ericsson to articulate the right value proposition and unique selling points addressing key customer obstacles.
Develop and articulate key offering area (KOA) value proposition and unique selling points and map to the customer needs/problems.
Strengthen thought leadership and drive perception in prioritized industry verticals, and with ecosystem partners. Ensure One Ericsson offering by integrating messages and content cross business area offerings.



To be successful in the role you have
a problem solving attitude and a track record on how to drive and execute Marketing and Communications in an innovate way
understanding of Ericsson’s business and portfolio within Dedicated Network
Enterprise sales track record (deal closure and industry relevant background)
drive towards understanding market and customer needs, and capabilities in strategy and marketing tools to conduct market and customer analysis
ability to structure and synthesize value argumentation that differentiates Ericsson against next best alternative
ability to think and act on a strategic level, but equally comfortable to work hands on with the organization
capabilities to think new, push boundaries, utilize the advantages of digitalization and marketing automation tools, and use of online/social channels
ability to develop/lead plans, process and activation including key partner management in complex/large organizations
experience from leading and enable growth for both junior and senior team members
English proficiency (spoken and written)



Additionally, you may also have…
university degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or equivalent training/experience
10+ years’ experience in a similar role
experience working as a member of a multi-country leadership team
Ericsson knowledge


What's in it for you?
Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.


What happens once you apply?
Curious to know more about the life at Ericsson? Meet some of your future colleagues and watch our People film.

Interested in joining our #TeamEricsson? Feel free to apply and include resume in English, outlining how you meet the specific requirements of the position.
The selection and interview process are ongoing. Therefore, send in your application as soon as possible, by September 11th at the latest.

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact the recruiter: Rebecka Gustafsson (rebecka.gustafsson@ericsson.com).

Please note that we do not accept applications sent via e-mail.

We welcome the opportunity to meet you!

Do you believe that an organization fostering an environment of cooperation and collaboration to execute with speed creates better business value? Do you value a culture of humanness, where fact based decisions are important and our people are encouraged to speak up? Do you believe that diverse, inclusive teams drive performance and innovation? At Ericsson, we do.
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