Ph3About the Role /h3pbWe are looking for a strategic /b /pulliHead of MS Sourcing Category Solution to join NWMS sourcing organization under GFGO Group Sourcing. This role is essential in determining how we deliver value through external service providers by translating network business and customer needs into strategic and cost-effective third-party service solutions. /liliKey Responsibilities /li /ululliStrategic Business Engagement_ Partner early with stakeholders across Managed Service (MS) and Sourcing Market Areas to understand service requirements and business priorities. /liliTranslate MS business strategies and customer service solutions into actionable sourcing strategies. /liliInfluence demand shaping and support make-versus-buy decisions with commercial and strategic insight. /liliAlign sourcing strategies across MAs to ensure global consistency and local applicability. /li /ululliValue Creation Supplier Innovation_ Identify and unlock value opportunities through total cost of ownership analysis, volume leverage, supplier innovation, and performance improvement. /liliPromote supplier-enabled innovation to support new service models and differentiated customer experiences. /li /ululliCross-Market Cross-Functional Collaboration_ Act as a sourcing integrator across regions, ensuring the sharing of best practices and applicability of solutions between Market Areas. /liliWork closely with Category Managers, Legal, Compliance, Finance, and other support functions to enable sourcing success. /li /ulh3Key Outcomes Expected /h3ullipEffective translation of business and customer requirements into scalable, compliant, and cost-efficient third-party service solutions. /p /liliConsistent collaboration with multiple Market Areas to validate applicability of service solutions and support global-to-local alignment. /li /ululliDemonstrated cost savings and value generation /liliImproved stakeholder satisfaction through timely engagement, strategic guidance, and delivery of impactful sourcing outcomes. /liliIncreased supplier performance in service delivery, innovation, and compliance through proactive relationships and performance management in agreement with MAs /liliContribution to sourcing maturity, agility, and innovation by influencing ways of working and best practices across functions and geographies. /li /ulh3Required Skills Qualifications /h3ullib10+ years /b of experience in strategic sourcing or commercial roles or a delivery role, with a strong focus on network managed service (MS) procurement /liliDemonstrated ability to engage and influence senior business stakeholders and translate commercial requirements into sourcing actions /liliRelevant Ericsson portfolio knowledge /liliHigh level of strategic thinking, analytical capability, and business insight /liliExcellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration across cultures and geographies /liliBachelor's degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field; br/Master’s or MBA is a plus /liliTelecom / technology industry experience preferred but not required /li /ulh3Why Join Us? /h3ulliBe part of a sourcing transformation in a global telecommunications company with a strong focus on innovation and value creation. /liliLead service procurement strategies that directly influence business success and customer outcomes. /liliCollaborate with diverse, cross-regional teams and industry-leading suppliers. /liliEnjoy a culture that supports flexible working, professional growth, and high-impact performance. /li /ulh3Applications /h3ullibWhat happens once you apply? /b /lilipClick Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. /p /li /ulh3Job Details /h3ulliPrimary country and city: Sweden (SE) || Stockholm /liliJob details: Sourcing Business Partner /liliJob Stage: Job Stage 8 /liliPrimary Recruiter: Menna Belacevic /liliHiring Manager: Luana De Bortoli /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr