About this opportunity
We are now looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager Trainee to strengthen Ericsson?s competitive 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:
1. To be delivered to Customers or as an Ericsson product or service.
2. For internal use within Ericsson.
The SSM and/or the Supplier Relationship Manager are responsible for all commercial relationship with suppliers!
What you will do
· Prepare & implement the RFx process
· Evaluate and select suppliers
· Conduct supplier negotiation
· Ensure supplier agreement implementation
· Contribute to the long term business
You will bring
Key Qualifications:
· Education: university degree preferred in Economics and Engineering areas
· Demonstrated ability: procurement, sourcing, supply chain, eye for business
· Sourcing Practice, Process & Strategy Knowledge
· Change & Improvement Management Skills
· Commercial Insights & Skills
· Financial Foresight & Skills
· Local Laws & Regulations Knowledge
Additional Requirements:
· Basic finance knowledge
· Basic knowledge of SAP is recommended but not required
· Portuguese and English proficient speaker; Spanish is recommended
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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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.
Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.
Job Types: Full-time, Internship, New-Grad
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