Strategic Sourcing Manager (547668)

Our Exciting Opportunity:
We are now looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to strengthen Ericsson’s competitive position by maximizing supplier value, proactively managing business risks and contributing to the creation of value for the Customer. You will join the Antenna Systems sourcing team and source black box products and third party products mainly in categories Base Station Antennas and Antenna Near Products. The team is critical for the success of Ericsson Antenna Systems business. You will be a key player in sourcing projects covering spend of above 100 MUSD.
The SSM is accountable for evaluating, qualifying and selecting suppliers for the external purchase and licensing of all products and services: 1) to be delivered to Customers as part of or as an Ericsson product or service and 2) for internal use within Ericsson.
The SSM and/or the Supplier Relationship Manager are responsible for all commercial relationship with suppliers.

You will:
Lead, prepare & execute the RFx process
Evaluate and select suppliers
Conduct supplier negotiation
Ensure supplier agreement implementation
Contribute to the long term business

To be successful in the role you must have:
Education: MBA, M Sc or similar
Min years of experience 10 years
Domain experience: Antenna Systems and in particular Base Station Antennas.
Sourcing Practice, Process & Strategy Knowledge
Change & Improvement Management Skills
Commercial Acumen & Skills
Financial Acumen & Skills
Legal 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?
To prepare yourself for next steps, please explore here: https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/job-opportunities/hiring-process

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Req ID: 547668