HEAD OF STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

As the technology firm that created the mobile world and a rich history of 145 years of building ground-breaking solutions and innovative technologies supported by 60,000+ patents, Ericsson has made it our business to make a mark.

When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, shaping the future of technology.

This is a place where you are welcomed as your own perfectly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team.

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions (BEWS) is the group responsible for leading Ericsson's Enterprise Networking and Security business.

Our growing product portfolio spans across wide area networks, local area networks and enterprise security. We are the #1 global market leader in Wireless-WAN based enterprise connectivity solutions and are growing fast in enterprise Private 5G networks and Secure Access Services Edge (SASE) solutions.

How Will You Contribute to the Company?

We are looking for a Head of Strategy Development who wants to be part of a team to grow our Business Area Enterprise Wireless (BEWS) business and be responsible for Leading Key strategic questions within the BA.

We are seeking an experienced management consultant to join our high-performing and fast-paced team and be part of shaping the future of Ericsson and the telecoms industry.

In this role, you will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders across Strategy, Technology, Business Development, Commercial Management, Sales, and Delivery.

This role requires strong thought leadership and trusted advisor capabilities to advance high impact deliverables cross multiple disciplines.

The everchanging environment and competitive landscape makes this a dynamic and challenging environment that spans transformative technology trends, emergence of Private Networks, IT-security, enterprise networking, new competitors, and complex business problems.

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of equipment & services to mobile network operators, with over 1,000 networks in 180+countries using Ericsson equipment Global headquarters are in Stockholm, Sweden.

This role reports directly to the Head of Strategy & Alliances, BEWS.

What Will You Do?

• Oversee and lead Strategy development for BEWS in collaboration with business lines, finance, and commercial functions.
• Lead the strategic elements of the business planning cycle to ensure our ability to meet targets and define investments priorities & levels (Capability Resource Allocation) across portfolio, analyze portfolio performance.
• Effectively manage and interact with senior executive project sponsors, and engage key stakeholders & subject matter experts, to deliver on project objectives & deliverables.
• Leverage own broad & deep expertise and experience across strategy- and technology topics.
• Analyze and articulate, with distinction and authority, the strategic- and economic implications of technology trends, events, and scenarios.
• Act as a trusted advisor to CEO and Leadership team of BEWS.
• Drive strategic projects in support of BA and group KSQ activities with a particular focus on scaling the Ericson Enterprise business.
• Lead by example in embedding Ericsson on the Move's 5 focus areas (Empathy & Humanness, Fact-Based Decision Making, Execute Speedily, Cooperation & Collaboration, and Speak Up) within your organization.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

• Ten (10+) years of experience in Strategy and / or technology roles in high-tech / Telecom
• Bachelor's degree in a technology field
• Strong consultative competence across both Strategy and transformation
• Excellent executive level communication, presentations and listening skills, with ability to communicate complex technical subjects in a non-technical way to influence at an Executive / Senior Level
• Proven experience of delivering impactful advice and presentations to top-executives
• Deep understanding of current and emerging technologies and concepts
• Proven track-record delivering on responsibilities listed in this role
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and strong oral & written communication capability (ppt / doc)
• Experience leading projects, and or teams, including managing and coaching talent
• Proven ability to work effectively and build trust with Junior talent, key accounts & stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications :

Master's degree

Why Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions?

At Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, we are one team - all in on inclusion. Celebrating the uniqueness of our individual team members across the globe helps us build diverse teams where we all can thrive.

Our connected, community-focused culture enables each one of us to perform at our best and fully be ourselves.

Our values drive everything we do :

• Respect : we don't point a finger; we lend a hand.
• Integrity : we do the right thing, even when it is hard; we make fact-based decisions.
• Perseverance : we accept and embrace change; we have a passion to win!
• Professionalism : we hold each other accountable.

We are creating the future of global connectivity and community. Come join us. You belong here.

Compensation & Benefits at Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions

At Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay :

The salary range for this position is listed below. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

$180,600.00 - $335,400.00

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus and a cash-based long-term incentive. These variable pay opportunities are dependent upon the attainment of goals and objectives as determined by our Senior Leadership team.

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 :

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions invests 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. Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions provides generous paid time off, including : 15 days of Flexible Time Off (FTO), four paid quarterly well-being days, and 11 paid annual holidays (includes nine company holidays and up to two floating holidays).

Please note that an employee's FTO balance and floating holidays may be prorated in the first year, based on start date.

We also offer paid maternity-leave benefits and six weeks 100% paid family leave for all employees.

Additional Benefits :

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions offers other company-paid benefits such as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace mobile therapy, and volunteer paid time off.

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions' Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging mission is to create an inclusive work environment where all employees' differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work.

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and aim to attract, develop, and engage top talent from a diverse candidate pool.

It is our policy and commitment to provide equal opportunity employment for all persons and not discriminate in employment decisions by placing the most qualified person in each job, without regard to any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Please note : Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Please do not forward resumes to Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions employees.

The deadline to apply to this role is listed below.

09 / 23 / 2024

Note : this date may be updated based on any extensions to the job posting.