Global Sourcing Graduate Program

Welcome to the Global Sourcing Graduate Program

Our Sourcing Graduate Program is designed to bring out the best in you and help you to achieve your Imagine Possible. This 18- to 24-month global program is intended for recent graduates or professionals early in their careers. Do you want to make a difference? Read on!

In Sourcing, we look after 130 billion SEK external spending working with suppliers worldwide. That means we influence around 62% of Ericsson’s net sales by searching and negotiating for the most favorable deals. We are one big team of around 1,000 people in more than 60 countries working with more than 20,000 suppliers. Our job is exciting because we work with an end-to-end business approach, gaining insight and understanding from Research and Development to Service Delivery.

Global Sourcing Graduate Program, three rotations in 18-24 months.

What you’ll gain

Hear firsthand about the program from our Sourcing Graduate Program participants.

Rotational opportunities
Gain experience in different specialties within Sourcing and learn about different spend categories. Includes one international assignment!

Holistic training programs
From telecommunications basics to in-depth procurement programs, you’ll have an unmatched opportunity to prepare for your future professional goals

Global exposure
In addition to the international rotation assignment, you will work regularly with colleagues from different cultures and backgrounds to develop end-to-end global Sourcing solutions

Diverse work experiences
In each rotation, you’ll learn about different areas of Sourcing and gain hands-on experience to help you decide where your passions lie for career growth

An experienced mentor
Throughout your learning experience an experienced mentor will ensure that you receive the support and training you need to succeed in your rotations and as you move into your first Sourcing role after the program

What are we looking for?

An ideal candidate should have:

A Master’s degree from a reputable university; A related degree in supply chain management or procurement is a plus
A maximum of three years of full-time working experience after completing studies prior to starting the program
Experience in Sourcing/Supply Chain is an added advantage

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Global Sourcing graduates in group photo.

Want to learn more about Ericsson Sourcing?

At Ericsson Sourcing, we seek to optimize efficiencies and deliver maximum value for our customers. We do this through our dedicated work to create and nurture relationships with partners and suppliers.

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