Head of Supply Chain Management (m/f/d)

Head of Supply Chain Management (m/f/d)

Ericsson is one of the leading providers of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to service providers, with about 40 % of the world-s mobile traffic carried through our networks. We enable the full value of connectivity by crafting ground­breaking technology and services that are easy to use, adopt and scale, making our customers successful in a fully connected world. For more than 140 years, our ideas, technology and people have changed the world: real turning points that have transformed lives, industries and society as a whole. Are you in?

About this opportunity:
Ericsson Antenna System (EAS) delivers a portfolio of high-performance antennas and line devices that enable the world-s communications infrastructure. To secure and scale our global supply capability, we are hiring a Head of Supply Chain Management & Logistics to lead end-to-end supply chain operations for EAS. You will lead several specialized teams through their managers and collaborate closely with cross functional and international stakeholders. This is a global role based in Rosenheim, Germany, reporting to the Head of Operations.

• Own global product availability by driving a robust S&OP and integrated operational planning process that meets customer expectations.
• Lead order management, production and material planning to deliver target service levels while optimizing inventory and working capital.
• Ensure required supply capacity across suppliers, internal factories, logistics partners and warehouses, and develop contingency plans for supply continuity.
• Define and implement the optimal trade-off between lead time, cost and service across a complex international supply network.
• Track supply chain KPIs, perform root-cause analysis and launch continuous improvement initiatives to raise efficiency and reliability.
• Champion digitalization and automation to improve processes, data flows and decision support across the supply chain.
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing team through your managers, fostering clear communication, accountability and empowerment.
• Act as a trusted cross-functional partner with commercial, manufacturing, procurement and logistics stakeholders to align priorities and decisions.

• Master-s degree in industrial engineering, business administration (supply chain/logistics) or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years- experience in operations and/or supply chain management with proven responsibility for end-to-end processes.
• Demonstrated experience leading leaders and driving organizational change.
• Strategic, analytical mindset with a hands-on delivery focus and the ability to connect tactical execution to business outcomes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills in an international environment.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); German is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.
• Experience with ERP/SCM systems, S&OP processes and digital supply chain tools desirable; certifications such as Lean or Six Sigma are a plus.

• A central leadership role with broad strategic impact in a global, technology-led organization.
• The opportunity to shape and modernize the end-to-end supply chain for a key product area.
• An international working environment with cooperative teams
• Flexible working hours as well as hybrid working
• 30 vacation days per year
• Excellent learning and personal development opportunities within Ericsson Corporation, regular courses, seminars, and on-the-job training
• Ergonomic workplace
• Company cell phone also for private use
• Corporate benefits–portal with special conditions for travel, insurance, events, fashion, and much more
• Corporate Health Management

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