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Through three rotations, including one international and market exposure, you will tackle challenges that matter, work alongside people who expect you to contribute, question, and move things forward.\nThe Excellerate track is designed to develop future leaders who are motivated by performance, pace, and commercial impact. You’ll rotate across Sales, Commercial Management, Strategy, Supply, Finance and more. Working on priorities that directly influence results and learning how different parts of the business connect to create value.\nThis isn’t a programme where you sit on the sidelines. From day one, you’re hired into a role, trusted to contribute, supported to grow, and expected to make an impact. Find out more about the Early Career program here.\nIn PEU 2G3G4G the Operations & Programs Unit drives execution, governance, and strategic alignment of Ericsson's mobile network portfolio (2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G), ensuring successful delivery of products and customer commitments across a global R&D organization. The Unit is also responsible for capability management, overseeing budgets allocated for product development, operational excellence and transformation.\nIf you are a dynamic and willing to learn person, this role is just for you. It offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in managing complex R&D projects with significant business impact while working alongside experienced Project Managers, Program Managers, engineering teams, and product organizations. 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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.\nWhat happens once you apply?\nClick 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. 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