Strategic Sourcing Manager

Company: Ericsson

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Gurgaon

Job Summary

Ericsson is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to support global sourcing strategy by driving digital transformation, procurement analytics, automation, and operational excellence across multiple countries. This role will focus on improving sourcing efficiency through data-driven decision-making, supplier performance management, digital sourcing tools, and advanced analytics.

The successful candidate will work closely with sourcing teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance procurement visibility, standardize sourcing processes, implement automation initiatives, and deliver actionable business insights.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing Digital Transformation

• Lead digitalization and automation initiatives to improve sourcing transparency, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual sourcing processes and reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement through process standardization and digital innovation.
• Support enterprise-wide digital transformation initiatives within the sourcing function.

Procurement Analytics & Reporting

• Design, develop, and maintain interactive procurement dashboards using Power BI and other analytics tools.
• Integrate sourcing systems and databases to provide real-time procurement insights.
• Monitor and report key sourcing KPIs, including savings, supplier performance, delivery performance, and compliance metrics.
• Generate actionable insights through data analysis to support strategic sourcing decisions.

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

• Manage supplier classification and segmentation activities.
• Oversee supplier onboarding, offboarding, blocking, and unblocking processes.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data using digital procurement platforms.
• Support supplier compliance monitoring and performance reporting.

Digital Sourcing & Procurement Operations

• Support implementation and adoption of e-Sourcing platforms.
• Manage e-RFX, e-Auction, and other digital sourcing initiatives.
• Promote best practices in digital procurement processes.
• Improve sourcing efficiency through technology-enabled procurement solutions.

Cost Optimization & Savings Management

• Analyze pricing models and sourcing strategies across multiple countries.
• Identify opportunities for procurement savings and cost optimization.
• Monitor sourcing performance and savings realization.
• Support category sourcing initiatives with analytical insights.

Source-to-Pay (S2P) & Procure-to-Pay (P2P)

• Support Source-to-Pay (S2P) and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Ensure procurement compliance and governance across sourcing activities.
• Improve procurement workflow efficiency through automation and process optimization.
• Maintain procurement documentation and reporting accuracy.

Knowledge Sharing & Stakeholder Engagement

• Train sourcing teams on digital procurement tools and best practices.
• Promote adoption of digital sourcing platforms across multiple countries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Support continuous capability development within the sourcing organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Analytics, or Digital Procurement.

Required Skills

Procurement & Sourcing

• Strategic Sourcing
• Procurement Operations
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
• Supplier Onboarding & Offboarding
• Supplier Performance Management
• Category Management
• Source-to-Pay (S2P)
• Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
• Procurement Compliance
• Cost Optimization
• Savings Tracking

Digital Procurement

• Procurement Digital Transformation
• e-Sourcing Platforms
• e-RFX Management
• e-Auction Management
• Workflow Automation
• Process Standardization
• Digital Procurement Solutions

Analytics & Reporting

• Procurement Analytics
• Power BI
• Tableau
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Dashboard Development
• KPI Reporting
• Data Visualization
• Business Intelligence
• Procurement Reporting
• AI-driven Data Analysis

Systems & Technology

• SAP
• Sourcing Support Systems (SSS)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• ERP Systems
• Automation Tools

Professional Skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Stakeholder Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Continuous Improvement
• Process Optimization
• Project Coordination

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or training in:
• Power BI
• Data Analytics
• Procurement Technology
• Digital Transformation
• Business Intelligence Tools
• Experience implementing procurement automation initiatives.
• Knowledge of AI-enabled procurement analytics and reporting solutions.

Why Join Ericsson?

• Work with one of the world's leading telecommunications technology companies.
• Drive digital transformation across global procurement operations.
• Gain exposure to international sourcing and supplier management.
• Collaborate with multicultural teams across multiple countries.
• Build expertise in advanced procurement analytics, automation, and digital sourcing technologies while contributing to operational excellence.