PWe are looking for a strategic Head of NW Sourcing Category Solutions 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. /ppYou will act as a trusted advisor to Network Business Stakeholders (BNEW-SAN), collaborating across multiple Sourcing Market Areas (MAs) to ensure that NW service sourcing strategies are relevant, scalable, and compliant. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Network Services solutions and procurement, as well as high business acumen, and the ability to promote innovation and transformation through supplier ecosystems. /ppKey Responsibilities /ppbStrategic Business Engagement /b /pulliPartner early with stakeholders across Service Area Network and Sourcing Market Areas to understand service requirements and business priorities. /liliTranslate network 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. /liliIdentify 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 /ulpbCross-Market Cross-Functional Collaboration /b /pulliAct 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 /ulpbKey Outcomes Expected /b /pulliEffective translation of business and customer requirements into scalable, compliant, and cost-efficient third-party service solutions. /liliConsistent collaboration with multiple Market Areas to validate applicability of service solutions and support global-to-local alignment. /liliDemonstrated 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 /ulpbRequired Skills Qualifications /b /pulli10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing or commercial roles or a delivery role, with a strong focus on network services procurement /liliDemonstrated ability to engage and influence senior business stakeholders and translate commercial requirements into sourcing actions. /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; Master’s or MBA is a plus. /liliTelecom / technology industry experience preferred but not required /li /ulpbWhy Join Us? /b /pulliBe 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 /ulpbApplications /b /ppThis is afull-time positionwithhybrid work, based inStockholm, Kista, starting as soon as possible. Ready to take media strategy to the next level? Apply now and be part of the future at Ericsson. We will reviewing applications ongoing, however interviews will be booked in early August. Last applying date is 4th of aug. /ppwe do not accept applications by email! /ppbWhy join Ericsson? /b /ppAt 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. /ppbWhat happens once you apply? /b /ppClick Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. /ppEncouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion 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. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. learn more. /ppPrimary country and city : Sweden (SE) || Stockholm /ppAltro /ppJ-18808-Ljbffr /p #J-18808-Ljbffr