Head of Sourcing Korea

We are looking for a strong leader to join Ericsson Korea as Head of Sourcing Korea. As the leader of the strategic services sourcing organization in Korea, this role plays a key role in planning and executing strategic sourcing activities to support Ericsson’s business and network delivery objectives. The Head of Sourcing Korea is a member of the Korea Leadership Team and the local Business Partner Review Board, partnering closely with business stakeholders and suppliers to drive sourcing performance and long-term value creation.

Responsibilities

Lead the sourcing organization in Korea and manage strategic sourcing activities for network delivery and services; Serve as a strategic business partner in selecting and managing local service vendors and partners for installation, maintenance, and operations activities; Work closely with internal stakeholders from initial business needs through final delivery of goods and services; Develop and implement sourcing strategies, supplier performance management, and sourcing improvement initiatives; Oversee supplier identification, sourcing execution, contract negotiation, delivery planning, monitoring, and purchase execution; Drive early sourcing engagement in sales and project processes through participation in strategic sales and business forums; Support business units and functional stakeholders in strategy development, tender execution, contract negotiation, and supplier performance evaluation; Identify and drive cost-saving opportunities and value creation initiatives; Build and maintain a world-class supply base and sourcing organization; Lead, develop, and motivate a high-performing sourcing team through talent development and performance management; Ensure sourcing activities align with local laws, regulations, and Ericsson integrity standards

Requirements

8+ years of sourcing, procurement, or related business experience, including substantial experience leading teams and managing sizable spend; Proven experience leading sourcing organizations and managing local service provider ecosystems; Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to balance short- and long-term priorities; Results-oriented mindset with a proven track record of driving sourcing performance, savings, and business results; Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills across business units, suppliers, and geographies; Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills across internal and external stakeholders; Strong understanding of sourcing governance, integrity, and compliance standards; Ability to work effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments; Strong understanding of local laws, regulations, and business practices in Korea; University degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

Nice to have

Telecom industry experience with knowledge of network rollout, sourcing of services, and commercial and contract management is highly preferred