Ericsson
Strategic Sourcing Intern
Ericsson, Plano, TX, United States
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About this opportunity:
Summer 2025 Internship
Location - Plano, TX
Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorization for this job position including H-1B, O-1, L-1 and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on EAD for this position.
We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Sourcing Intern to support our Network Build Sourcing team and help strengthen Ericsson's competitive position by maximizing supplier value, proactively managing business risks, and creating value for the Customer.
What you will do:
Applications accepted until November 30, 2024 or until position is filled.
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?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
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.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano
Job details: Strategic Sourcing Manager
About this opportunity:
Summer 2025 Internship
Location - Plano, TX
Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorization for this job position including H-1B, O-1, L-1 and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on EAD for this position.
We are currently recruiting for a Strategic Sourcing Intern to support our Network Build Sourcing team and help strengthen Ericsson's competitive position by maximizing supplier value, proactively managing business risks, and creating value for the Customer.
What you will do:
- Assist in Supplier selection and on-boarding and conduct Supplier negotiations and management on Civils/Macro construction projects for Network Build.
- Implement sourcing strategies that link to core business deliverables while leveraging the marketplace and supplier community.
- Learn and perform end to end strategic sourcing and stakeholder management functions, such as: analyzing third party spend to identify opportunities, developing category and project strategies, and managing the sourcing process (including, but not limited to, RFx, supplier negotiations, project management, contracting activities).
- Develop relationships and provide strategic category direction to executive management and cross functional teams.
- Work across other Ericsson organizations to drive value and provide guidance as well as ensure adherence to procurement processes and policy compliance across the spend category.
- Must be a Junior or Senior in the Fall of 2025
- Business Analysis and Visualization
- Sourcing Practice, Process & Strategy Knowledge
- Change & Improvement Management Skills
- Commercial Acumen & Skills
- Financial Acumen & Skills
- Local Laws & Regulations Knowledge
- Business Analytics, Sourcing, Engineering, or Supply Chain degree focus
- Knowledge of Telecom, Technology, and IT Business Concepts
- Applicable Work Experience
Applications accepted until November 30, 2024 or until position is filled.
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?
Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.
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.
If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com
DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.
Primary country and city: United States (US) || Plano
Job details: Strategic Sourcing Manager