About this opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated and commercially savvy individual to join Ericsson as a Strategic Partner Account Manager.
This is an exciting opportunity to generate value through strategic partnerships and unlock growth in the strategic and large multinational enterprise segment.
The scope of the role is hybrid, covering Southern and Eastern Europe as well as Global responsibilities, and spans the full Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions portfolio.
In this role, you will manage and develop partner relationships, grow mindshare across partners' global and regional teams, increase the number of certified skilled employees within partner organisations, and drive joint business growth.
You will also identify, initiate, and develop new strategic partnerships while focusing on achieving partnership objectives and acting as the primary point of contact for partners, always representing the Ericsson brand with professionalism, unity, and integrity.
What you will do• Establish relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders in prioritized partner organisations to build mindshare.• Champion partner agreement negotiation and closure.• Create and execute strategic plans to develop partner relationships.• Drive partner enablement, training, and certifications to build a strong skilled resource pool on the Ericsson Enterprise portfolio.• Build joint funnel through proactive customer engagement and support RFx responses.• Ensure tripartite end-customer engagement throughout partner and customer interactions, with a priority on high-profile incumbent customers.• Plan and execute joint marketing activities with prioritized partners.• Actively manage partnership strategy to accommodate evolving business needs.• Identify and nurture new potential strategic partners.• Serve as a role model for Ericsson values, fostering a culture of unity and integrity among partners.
The skills you will bring
• Market analysis and strategic planning.• Wireless networking technical know-how, including a good understanding of Private 5G, Neutral Host, WWAN, and SD-WAN/SASE offerings, with the ability to quickly learn new portfolio additions.• Financial modelling and business planning.• Business risk management.• Contract negotiation.• Business coaching and indirect leadership.• Business development and partnering, with the ability to enable sell-through with partners.• Ability to thrive in uncertainty and work effectively while the Global and Strategic Enterprise partner practice and support infrastructure continue to evolve.• A proactive, hands-on mindset, with the ability to go beyond the formal job description to get things done.• Strong teamwork and stakeholder management skills, including effective collaboration in international cross-functional teams and confidence in engaging at C-level.
Why join Ericsson?At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like.Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we champion 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 Employer. learn more.
Primary country and city: Italy (IT) || Milano
Req ID: 788577
Starting Salary in Primary Location: EUR 93600.0
The position includes benefits and employment conditions in accordance with the Dirigenti National Collective Labour Agreement and Company-Union Agreements.
We believe in rewarding talent fairly and transparently. We remain flexible to ensure we attract and retain exceptional people. Final offers may vary depending on experience, skill and other factors aligned with our Total Rewards philosophy.
Skills Required
- Market analysis and strategic planning
- Wireless networking technical know-how (Private 5G, Neutral Host, WWAN, SD-WAN/SASE)
- Financial modelling and business planning
- Business risk management
- Contract negotiation
- Business coaching and indirect leadership
- Business development and partner enablement to drive sell-through
- Ability to thrive in uncertainty and adapt to evolving partner practice
- Proactive, hands-on mindset to drive results beyond formal duties
- Strong teamwork and stakeholder management, including C-level engagement
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Ericsson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes employer‑verified medical, dental, and vision plans, along with HSAs/FSAs and EAP/mental‑health support. Wellbeing initiatives are highlighted as part of Life at Ericsson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching that is employer‑verified, with mentions of match levels varying by time and team and pension support in some regions. This is frequently cited as a solid pillar of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is described as competitive in many U.S. postings, with examples up to 16 weeks maternity and 6 weeks parental/adoption at 100% pay. Family‑friendly policies and return‑to‑work support are also called out.
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What We Do
Ericsson builds the digital connectivity the world relies on. Our technology underpins the mobile networks, platforms, and systems that billions of people, businesses, and societies depend on every day. We are a global leader in communications technology, delivering mobile network infrastructure, cloud software, and wireless connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises worldwide. Our networks support connectivity across 180+ countries, helping power everyday communication as well as critical digital services at global scale. Connectivity has evolved far beyond consumer mobile use. Today, nearly 80% of the world’s population accesses the internet via mobile networks, and Ericsson is helping shape what comes next. We are advancing 5G and 5G Advanced, developing network APIs that open connectivity to the global developer ecosystem, and applying automation and AI to make networks more intelligent, efficient, and resilient. Ericsson was the first company to launch live 5G networks on five continents, and our 5G platform is now commercially live in 150+ networks across 60+ countries. We also support more than 36,000 enterprise customers, enabling secure, high-performance connectivity for industries such as manufacturing, aviation, logistics, utilities, and public safety, where reliability and performance are mission critical. Innovation is central to how we work. Ericsson has approximately 28,000 employees in research and development, backed by one of the strongest intellectual property portfolios in the industry with 60,000+ granted patents. Our engineers, researchers, and technologists work across 100+ global R&D sites, helping define how networks evolve and how digital infrastructure is built for the long term. As the world moves toward a mobile-first, AI-powered, and cloud-driven future, connectivity becomes the foundation for digital transformation across every industry. Ericsson is building that foundation, shaping the future of digital connectivity through technology that operates at global scale and supports real-world impact, today and for what comes next.
Why Work With Us
Ericsson is a place for people who want to work on technology that powers everyday life. You’ll contribute to large-scale systems used every day, tackle complex challenges in live environments, and keep developing your skills and career in your own vision.
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