Job Description
About this opportunity:
- Job Locations: Plano TX or Boise ID
- Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1's H-1B1's E-3's O-1's and TN's. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position.
We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager (SSM) for the Marketing IT and People Categories to enhance Ericsson's competitive edge by optimizing supplier value proactively managing business risks and contributing to customer value creation and growth for Business Area Enterprise Wireless Solutions ("BEWS"). The SSM will be responsible for evaluating qualifying and selecting service providers and suppliers in these categories for solution rollouts and projects. The SSM will also oversee commercial supplier relationships.
What you will do
- Serve as the primary point of contact for commercial relationships within the Marketing IT and People Categories in BEWS and potentially other markets.
- Join a global team of highly effective Category Sourcing professionals.
- Manage supplier and stakeholder relationships in BEWS driving business contributions and performance and managing risks through commercial agreements.
- Lead prepare and execute the RFx process for purchasing within the Marketing IT and People Categories to secure the best commercial conditions and quality.
- Evaluate and award suppliers by adhering to sourcing processes.
- Address all inquiries and activities related to the supplier base within your geographic responsibility.
- Engage and motivate stakeholders peers and colleagues fostering new service models and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with a best-in-class local and global team while closely interacting with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Influence and drive exciting challenging global programs and projects.
- Remove barriers and tackle complex situations concerning our supply chain
The skills you bring
- Academic Degree or equivalent qualification within Supply Chain / Information Systems / Logistics
- Ericsson Company experience including sourcing experience of 5+ years.
- Commercial acumen and skills.
- Problem-solving abilities establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions.
- Understanding of team strategies and objectives.
- Motivation to learn and continuously improve processes.
- People skills to work effectively with stakeholders and suppliers.
- Analytics-driven engagement and Business Modelling Skills.
Additional skills a plus:
- Background in contract drafting and related legal matters.
- Change & Improvement Management Skills.
- Knowledge of local laws & regulations
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 solutions never seen before 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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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer learn more.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability please contact Ericsson at [email protected].
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required for this position and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano (Country/ City)
Job details: Strategic Sourcing Manager
Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.
Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including but not limited to location and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge qualifications skills education training and experience.
Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan: Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit's objectives individual performance and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.
Your Health
Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers excellent competitive employee benefits such as: subsidized nationwide PPO medical benefit options including a low-deductible Point of Service Plan and a qualifying High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a generous company-provided HSA contribution. For California employees we offer a subsidized HMO option through Kaiser. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions also offers subsidized dental and vision coverage.
Your Financial Security
We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. Our 401(k) plan has a 4% company match and immediate vesting. Employees will also receive company-paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance and company-paid disability benefits.
Your Time
Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation up to 3 personal days per year 11 annual holidays 8 hours of volunteer time and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee's start date. Furthermore Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.
Additional Benefits
Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program mobile therapy and volunteer paid time off.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks platforms and systems that billions of people businesses and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology delivering mobile network infrastructure cloud software and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent efficient and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36000 enterprise customers enabling secure high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing aviation logistics utilities and public safety where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28000 employees in research and development backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60000+ granted patents. Our engineers researchers and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first AI-powered and cloud-driven future connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day tackle complex challenges in live environments and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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