Strategic Sourcing Manager (684964)

About this opportunity!
We are now looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to strengthen Ericsson’s strong position by improving supplier value, proactively managing business risks and contributing to the creation of value for the Customer. The SSM is accountable for evaluating, qualifying and selecting suppliers for the external purchase and licensing of all products and services:
to be delivered to Customers as part of or as an Ericsson product or service
for internal use within Ericsson.


What you will do
lead, prepare & complete the RFx process
evaluate and select suppliers
conduct supplier negotiation
ensure supplier agreement implementation
chip in to the long-term business
establish supplier relationship management through structured governance for performance improvement at different levels of preferred supplier lists to be established.
establish structured and proactive market intelligence to reduce spend in the various Categories to contribute to the business
Ensure compliance in the sourcing process adopted and also with all internal and external stakeholders’ interfaces


You will bring
Education: Bachelor’s degree required,
Min years of experience: 4 years
Domain experience: System Integration
Sourcing Practice, Process & Strategy Knowledge
Change & Improvement Management Skills
Commercial Competence & Skills
Financial Competence & Skills
Local Laws & Regulations Knowledge


Do you recognize yourself and want to join a great team? Please send us your application!

Why join Ericsson?
At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build never seen before solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Application
Please send in your application in English as soon as possible since the process is ongoing.
We look forward to receiving your application in English. Please note we cannot accept applications via email.
For specific questions please contact Senior Recruiter Katarzyna Matuła at katarzyna.matula@ericsson.com

We welcome the opportunity to meet you!
Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team.
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Primary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Sweden : Stockholm : Stockholm
Job details: Sourcing Category Manager
Primary Recruiter: Katarzyna Matula