Global Business Development Director

Ericsson; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Global Business Development Director specializing in the U.S. Defense Sector. This role involves managing strategic programs to enhance mobile communications innovation and ensure alignment with Ericsson's goals in the defense sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in the U.S. Defense Sector required.
• DoD Security Clearance is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams on innovation in mobile communications.
• Oversee strategic initiatives to boost market engagement.
• Lead cross-functional teams on business development programs.

Skills

Business Development

Defense Sector Experience

Market Development

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Business Development Director – US Defense Sector

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1s working on EAD for this position.

At Ericsson, our mission is to pioneer limitless connectivity that improves lives, redefines businesses, and pioneers a sustainable future. Our Mission Critical Networks (MCN) team is driving growth across critical industries, including Public Safety, Transport, Utilities, and Defense.

Defense Sector Experience and a DoD Security Clearance is Required for this position. We seek a seasoned Business Development Director specializing in the U.S. Defense Sector to join our global team. This role will be based in the U.S., aligning with Ericsson’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in the North American market.

Grow with us

Business Development Director – US Defense Sector

Ericsson Inc. does not sponsor US work authorizations for this job position including H-1B, O-1, and TN. Ericsson also does not hire F-1s working on EAD for this position.

At Ericsson, our mission is to pioneer limitless connectivity that improves lives, redefines businesses, and pioneers a sustainable future. Our Mission Critical Networks (MCN) team is driving growth across critical industries, including Public Safety, Transport, Utilities, and Defense.

Defense Sector Experience and a DoD Security Clearance is Required for this position. We seek a seasoned Business Development Director specializing in the U.S. Defense Sector to join our global team. This role will be based in the U.S., aligning with Ericsson’s strategic focus on expanding its presence in the North American market.

As a business development leader, you will manage strategic programs and initiatives aimed at driving impactful market development, boost US Defense sector mobile communications innovation to evolve towards next generations and ensure alignment with Ericsson’s strategic goals within the defense sector. This global position offers a unique opportunity to shape how defense organizations leverage mission-critical connectivity for operational excellence and influence Ericsson’s market leadership.

What You Will Do

1. US Innovation Focus: Collaborate with Ericsson US local teams towards innovation within the U.S. Defense sector's mobile communications ecosystem, aligning strategies with Ericsson's goals to develop and deploy leading-edge solutions in support of the DoD's FutureG plans.
2. Strategic Initiatives: Oversee the execution of strategic initiatives aimed at removing barriers, and strengthening partnerships, and will boost US Defense sector mobile communications innovation.
3. Market Engagement: Engage with senior executives across industries to position Ericsson as a leader in MCN innovation, aligning offerings with strategic goals and driving industry forum participation.
4. Cross-Functional Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams working on high-impact market and business development programs, mentoring junior team members to build organizational capability in business development in the defense area.
5. Performance Oversight: Ensure that market development initiatives are well-documented, tracked against agreed-upon milestones, and lead to quantifiable results for Ericsson.