Data Strategy and Execution Lead

Ericsson; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off including holidays and 0

Job summary

Ericsson is seeking an experienced Transformation Leader to drive the BC&S AI agenda from strategy to measurable business outcomes in Plano, TX. This individual contributor role coordinates strategy, execution, adoption, and governance across global teams.

You will translate AI vision into prioritized use cases, steward an AI roadmap, and lead cross-functional collaboration among IT, finance, and markets to ensure value delivery and responsible AI practices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transformation, strategy execution, program orchestration, or portfolio management.
• Strong understanding of AI, data, and analytics and how technology enables business transformation.
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional initiatives across business, IT, finance, sourcing, and global teams.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience with senior leaders and distributed teams.
• Ability to evaluate AI use cases based on value, feasibility, risk, and adoption readiness.
• Experience in finance, sourcing, business control, or enterprise transformation (preferred).
• Familiarity with platforms such as Snowflake/Cortex, SAP BDC, Microsoft Copilot, or cloud BI tools (preferred).
• PMI, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent transformation certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate the BC&S AI vision into practical execution roadmaps tied to measurable outcomes.
• Maintain a centralized AI roadmap across BC&S domains, including milestones, dependencies, owners, and risks.
• Drive portfolio prioritization based on business value, feasibility, adoption readiness, and time to impact.
• Serve as the coordination point across BC&S, IT, Finance, AI hubs, and market areas.
• Design and facilitate structured workshops to define AI vision, use cases, and execution plans.
• Establish governance forums, prioritization boards, and progress reporting routines.
• Lead change management and learning activities to support adoption of AI-enabled ways of working.
• Manage execution cadence, track progress, surface risks, and support timely decision-making.

Skills

Transformation leadership

AI and analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

AI use-case evaluation

Enterprise transformation

Education

PMI Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

Snowflake/Cortex

SAP BDC

Microsoft Copilot

Cloud BI tools

Job description

Join our Team

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor U.S work authorizations for this job position including U.S. immigration filings for initial and/or change of employer paperwork for H-1's, H-1B1's, E-3's, O-1's, and TN's. Ericsson also does not hire F-1's working on CPT or EAD for this position.

About This Opportunity

Ericsson is a global leader in telecommunications, enabling connectivity through sustainable solutions and a culture of collaboration and innovation. We are looking for an execution-focused, AI-fluent transformation professional to lead the BC&S AI transformation agenda - from strategic vision to measurable business value. Based in Plano, Texas, this individual contributor role serves as the central integrator across strategy, execution, adoption, and governance, translating the BC&S AI vision into prioritized use cases, actionable roadmaps, and scalable outcomes across global teams.

What you will do

• Translate the BC&S AI vision into practical execution roadmaps tied to measurable outcomes
• Maintain a centralized AI roadmap across BC&S domains, including milestones, dependencies, owners, and risks
• Drive portfolio prioritization based on business value, feasibility, adoption readiness, and time to impact
• Serve as the coordination point across BC&S, IT, Finance, AI hubs, and market areas
• Design and facilitate structured workshops to define AI vision, use cases, and execution plans
• Establish governance forums, prioritization boards, and progress reporting routines
• Lead change management and learning activities to support adoption of AI-enabled ways of working
• Manage execution cadence, track progress, surface risks, and support timely decision-making
• Provide practical guidance on AI capability, responsible use, scalability, and business fit

The skills you bring

• 10+ years of experience in transformation, strategy execution, program orchestration, or portfolio management
• Strong understanding of AI, data, and analytics and how technology enables business transformation
• Proven ability to drive cross-functional initiatives across business, IT, finance, sourcing, and global teams
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including experience with senior leaders and distributed teams
• Ability to evaluate AI use cases based on value, feasibility, risk, and adoption readiness
• Experience in finance, sourcing, business control, or enterprise transformation (preferred)
• Familiarity with platforms such as Snowflake/Cortex, SAP BDC, Microsoft Copilot, or cloud BI tools (preferred)
• PMI, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent transformation certification is a plus

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.

Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives 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. If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at [e-mail].

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) || Plano (Country/ City)

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Compensation And Benefits At Ericsson

At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay

The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

Short-Term Variable Compensation Plan:

Your pay also includes the opportunity for an annual bonus. Actual bonus payouts are based on performance of the business against the unit’s objectives, individual performance, and the individual bonus target. Certain eligibility and pro-ration rules apply.

Your Health

Ericsson offers excellent health benefits including the choice of three medical plan options and a dental plan option that allow an employee to select the level of coverage that suits their needs. Employees will receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost that Ericsson pays toward the cost of their medical and dental premiums for themselves and eligible covered dependents.

Your Financial Security

We invest in both your short and long-term financial wellbeing. The Ericsson US 401(k) Plan offers an automatic 3% company contribution and Ericsson match $1 for every $1 you put into the 401(k) Plan on the first 3% of your eligible pay, plus 50 cents on every $1 on the next 2% of eligible pay. When you contribute at least 5% of eligible pay, you are receiving Ericsson’s full matching contributions of 4%. Matching and company automatic contributions stop when your total eligible pay for the year reaches the IRS limits. Employees will also receive company credits in an amount equal to the cost of basic life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment coverage, as well as short-term and long-term disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in Ericsson’s Stock Purchase Plan.

Your Time

Your work-life balance is important to us. New employees are provided a minimum of 15 days of accrued vacation, up to 3 personal days per year, 11 annual holidays, 8 hours of volunteer time, and 80 hours of sick time annually. Please note paid time off is pro-rated based on the employee’s start date. Furthermore, Ericsson provides up to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave and 6 weeks of parental or adoption leave at 100% of pay.

Additional Benefits

Ericsson offers many other company-paid benefits such as financial wellness programs, educational assistance, matching gifts, and recognition programs.