Strategic Sourcing Manager (712667)

About this opportunity


External Workforce Sourcing is Group Sourcing’s unit leading the strategy definition and execution of Ericsson’s R&D and Temporary External Workforce category groups globally. We strengthen Ericsson’s competitive position by maximizing supplier value, proactively managing business risks & contributing to the creation of customer value.
We are currently looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) to join our team. The SSM is accountable for evaluating, qualifying & selecting suppliers of R&D External Workforce including contingent workers and statement of work based consultants, teams and assignments. In this role, you will also be challenged to ensure efficient management of suppliers, governing and developing supplier relationships in accordance with the Supplier Relationship Management framework and supplier segmentation.
The work includes strategic handling of our existing supplier base, consisting of world leading international companies, the selective introduction of new suppliers as well as cross-functional cooperation within Ericsson. The SSM will also actively contribute to analytics and business strategy development for the R&D External Workforce category group.
The SSM will join a diverse team of highly qualified sourcing professionals based in Sweden, China and India, report to the Head of R&D External Workforce Sourcing, with its primary interfaces in Business Areas, Group Sourcing, Group Function Legal Affairs & Compliance. If you are a results driven professional, this position offers you a unique and challenging opportunity.


The SSM will be based in Stockholm.


Responsibilities & Tasks


Collaborate with stakeholders in Ericsson R&D organization
Lead preparation, execution & finalization of negotiations with suppliers
Ensure supplier agreement implementation
Monitor and mitigate supplier risks
Monitor and drive supplier performance
Drive analytics and business strategy development



Position Qualifications & Experience Requirements


University degree in Business, Engineering, Law or Finance
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience
Ability to shape strategies, to translate them into tactical deliverables and to drive detailed execution
Ability to drive objective decision making, influence, collaborate and partner across functions and all levels in a cross-functional organization, as well as with external stakeholders
Excellent English language
Sourcing experience is preferred
Proficiency in relevant digital tools e.g. SAP Fieldglass and related analytics is preferred
Understanding of the External Workforce market is an asset



Behavioral Competences


Pro-active individual with strong communication, negotiation, creativity, problem solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment
Demonstrate excellent program execution skills with proven negotiation experience and influencing skills
Be empowered to take responsibility and accountability. Have a strong focus for achieving results and operational excellence
Ability to communicate effectively at a strategic level, as well as possess the ability to share knowledge
Be innovative and possess a holistic view
Capable of working independently and have the ability to work under pressure



Core Skills


Change & improvement management
Formulating strategies and concepts
Curiosity and hunger to learn
Commercial acumen
Communication
Facilitate diversity & awareness
Financial acumen
Local laws & regulations
Negotiation & argumentation
Team working
Business understanding
Leadership through cross functional networks
Negotiation & argumentation
Leadership
Sourcing practice, process & strategy
Analytical



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For any recruitment-related questions, please contact the recruiter - Katarzyna Matuła (katarzyna.matula@ericsson.com)