Contract Manager at Ericsson Nigeria

Posted on Tue 03rd Nov, 2015 - www.hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)

Ericsson is a world-leading provider of telecommunications equipment and services to mobile and fixed network operators. Over 1,000 networks in more than 180 countries use Ericsson equipment, & more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic passes through Ericsson networks. Using innovation to empower people, business & society, we are working towards the Networked Society, in which everything that can benefit from a connection will have one. At Ericsson, we apply our innovation to market-based solutions that empower people & society to help shape a more sustainable world.

We are truly a global company, working across borders in 175 countries, offering a diverse, performance-driven culture & an innovative & engaging environment where employees enhance their potential everyday. Our employees live our vision, core values & guiding principles. They share a passion to win & a high responsiveness to customer needs that in turn makes us a desirable partner to our clients. To ensure professional growth, Ericsson offers a stimulating work experience, continuous learning & growth opportunities that allow you to acquire the knowledge & skills necessary to reach your career goals.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Contract Manager

Req ID: 105503
Location: Lagos, NG

Job Summary
  • Industry experts developing commercial strategies & executing them through (1) creation and positioning of commercial value; (2) improvement in terms & conditions from a commercial, legal perspective; & (3) creation & protection of up-sell opportunities;
  • Risk Management across the contractual lifecycle;
  • Monitoring & working with the Core 3, for improved financial (margins, cash, working capital & upsell) performance of contracts, from the prior SDP baseline;
  • Ensuring governance, through adherence to Sales Directives & applicable RSI & obtaining requisite approvals;
  • Relationship management for enduring customer relationships & satisfaction, both internally & externally.
Responsibilities & Tasks
  • Drive the creation of the commercial strategy
  • Ensure conversion of the commercial strategy, into the proposal
  • Drive the drafting, negotiation and finalization of the contract
  • Ensure Contract Sign off and Handover
  • Develop & drive the planning and execution of Contract Governance Preparation & its Execution
  • Ensure Contract Completion Verification
  • Drive Contract Finalization & closure
  • Drive Contract management excellence
Core Competences:
  • Problem Solving & Strategic Thinking
  • Creative & Analytical Skills
  • Change Management Skills
  • Leadership & Managerial Skills
  • Negotiation & Argumentation
  • Presentation & Communication skills
  • Risk Analysis & Management skills
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Customer & Market Insight
  • Knowledge Sharing (Tools & Methods)
  • Planning & Organizing Skills
  • Result Oriented
  • Sales & Business Development Skills
  • Team Work & Collaboration
  • Drafting Skills
  • Commercial & Financial Understanding
  • Legal & Regulatory Understanding
Behavioral Competences:
  • Commercial Thinking
  • Formulating Strategies & Concepts
  • Persuading & Influencing
  • Creating & Innovating
  • Deciding & Initiating Action
  • Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
Qualifications & Experience Requirements
  • Relevant degree required Minimum 5 years in a similar role within a multinational company
  • Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience
  • Exposure and experience in directly supporting customer engagements and sales efforts
  • Relevant certification (IACCM or similar) mandatory
  • English (verbal and written) language skills preferred
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online