Data Strategy Director

About this opportunity

As the tech firm that created the mobile world, and with more than 54,000 patents to our name, we’ve made it our business to make a mark. When joining our team at Ericsson you are empowered to learn, lead and perform at your best, crafting the future of technology. This is a place where you're encouraged as your own flawlessly unique self, and celebrated for the skills, talent, and perspective you bring to the team. Are you in?

Come, and be where it begins.

Our Exciting Opportunity:

We are now looking for a Data Strategy Director, who will be responsible for maintaining the Market Area North America (MANA) data strategy and driving its execution in alignment with the Data Enablement Office (DEO), Business Areas (BAs), Group Functions (GFs), and other Market Areas (MAs).

What you will do

You will:

• Own the MANA Data strategy including its refinement and evolution to ensure it aligns with the DEO and the Group Data Strategy, Business Area Managed Services, other MAs, Group Functions, and other areas of MANA
• Provide inputs, priorities, and requirements for updates to Group on Data Master Plan and Data Operating Model (DOM) and respective data strategy tools; act as its ambassador in MANA
• Continuously collaborate with data domains and DEO on how to effectively govern data in MANA using the DOM
• Set MANA priorities and lead the execution of the Data Strategy through the adoption and implementation of the MANA DOM to govern and lead data across MANA
• Coordinate maturity assessments within respective units across MANA; analyze and implement insights based on these assessments
• Manage the Data Strategy Execution budget while staffing data related roles to implement and complete the MANA DOM
• Work with key stakeholders across MANA and Ericsson to define local regulatory, security, privacy, and contractual strategies to maintain compliance related to data access, usage, etc.
• Implement metrics to measure value realization as well as data management activities including data quality, integrity, consistency, etc.
• Be overall responsible for MANA data architecture and tools from a technical and business perspective
• Provide executive level reporting on the overall status of the MANA Data Strategy and Execution
• Own and build all training and communications material used across MANA to upskill and educate MANA employees on the MANA Data blueprint and it’s execution
• Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation, and information sharing sessions within MANA and across Ericsson
• Stay abreast of data related market trends and new technology/technical areas
• Manage internal stakeholders to build confidence
• Drive large scale programs and projects from start to finish

To be successful in the role you must be a:

• Visionary, with a passion for innovation and an understanding of data and new ‘groundbreaking’ data technologies related governance and management which could include Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning
• Inspirational leader who has driven impactful teams in a high-tech environment
• Great teammate who excels at networking, relationship management, and collaboration
• Business savvy, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including development and delivery of executive level presentations
• Large scale, multi-functional program and project management experience
• Impact and results focused, comfortable in questioning the status-quo
• Track record and ability of driving positive and high impact changes
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a constantly evolving environment
• Telecom experience from vendor and/or service provider
• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree, Master’s degree desirable
• Previous experience driving transformation and implementing technology, new processes/ways of working, and driving innovation in a leadership team (10 years required)
• Experience working in a matrixed global organization
• Ability to travel as required to customer locations. Primarily domestic travel with some international.

What´s in it for you?

Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of adventurous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.

Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.

What happens once you apply?

To prepare yourself for next steps, please explore here: https://www.ericsson.com/en/careers/job-opportunities/hiring-process

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

The health, safety and well-being of our employees is our priority. Successful applicants will be required to disclose their vaccination status prior to employment. Except for those positions designated as 100% remote, successful applicants who did not provide the required proof of vaccination will be required to test weekly and wear masks at all Ericsson and customer facilities. This includes employees with medical or religious exemptions with testing as an accommodation. Compliance with government and customer requirements regarding vaccination may preclude unvaccinated applicants from employment for a particular job.

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) || United States : Kansas : Overland Park