Ericsson

Support sourcing and supplier management activities by assisting with procurement projects, supplier onboarding, commercial negotiations, and strategic sourcing within Ericsson's UK & Ireland operations.Why Ericsson?Every day, billions of people rely on Ericsson technology to stay connected. Behind those connections are sourcing professionals who build supplier partnerships and commercial agreements that enable Ericsson to deliver products and services worldwide.This opportunity is designed for emerging talent looking to gain hands-on experience in sourcing, supplier management, commercial negotiations, and business operations.About the OpportunityJoin Ericsson’s sourcing team supporting Networks & Managed Services activities in the UK and Ireland.Working closely with sourcing professionals and suppliers, you’ll gain hands-on experience in supplier management, sourcing projects, commercial negotiations, and procurement processes that support Ericsson’s customer operations.What You’ll DoSupport sourcing projects and supplier engagement activitiesAssist with supplier qualification and onboarding processesParticipate in RFx preparation and execution activitiesSupport commercial and contract negotiationsAnalyse supplier performance and sourcing opportunitiesCollaborate with internal stakeholders on sourcing requirementsWho You AreRecently graduated or in the early stages of your professional careerDegree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related fieldStrong interest in sourcing and supplier managementStrong analytical and communication skillsComfortable working in a multicultural environmentCurious, proactive, and eager to learnWhat You’ll GainReal sourcing experience from day oneExposure to supplier management and commercial negotiationsExperience working on sourcing projects in a global organisationOpportunities to learn from experienced sourcing professionalsCollaboration with colleagues across countries and functionsPractical experience in strategic sourcing and supplier managementProgram Highlights6-month paid assignmentLocation: Reading, UKDesigned as an immersive experience, with regular office collaboration helping you learn faster, build stronger connections, and become an active part of the team.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?Encouraging 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.

Posted 25 days ago