Head of Portfolio Management - Network Assurance and Orchestration
Nokia
Portugal
Full Time
HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Business owner for the Digital Operations Portfolio, overseeing its business performance, technology evolution, and strategic direction
Formulate and drive the Network Assurance and Orchestration products strategy within the broader Core & Autonomous Networks portfolio
Drive collaboration with key internal functions in the organization, namely Engineering, Services, and Architecture
Drive operability, serviceability, and automation initiatives into the product units in alignment with Services & Care
Collaborate with other Nokia business groups towards aligned portfolios and GTM opportunities
Interface with Sales/Pre-Sales, leading new requirements qualification, roadmap development, and business prioritization
Drive thought leadership with customers, media, analysts, and partners
Represent the product in leading customer engagements, driving strategic relationships
Collaborate with the Alliances team to develop active engagements with SIs, technology partners, and hyperscalers
Spokesperson for the portfolio at industry events, analyst briefings, and internal forums
KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
15+ years of experience, including 10+ years in business product management, leading a global team
Deep expertise in Telecommunications Network Assurance and Operations
Solid OSS experience
Proven leadership in product management, focusing on product definition, evolution, and growth
Energetic leader with experience in people leadership; adaptable, authentic, and inclusive
Track record of driving product and portfolio success in competitive markets
Great understanding of cloud technologies and go-to-market strategies, with experience in cloud-native/SaaS products
Experience driving strategic and transformative product initiatives, communicating vision to stakeholders and team members, and aligning execution with vision
Ability to think broadly and ambitiously to drive customer value
Excellent communication, presentation, and organization skills
Proven success in working closely with communication service providers
University degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Economics, or equivalent