Regional Product Line Manager IP

Qualifications:

·         University degree

·         Detailed understanding of IP/MPLS technologies, network management and Carrier SDN concepts (Netconf/YANG, …)

·         Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE or equivalently qualified is a plus

·         Proven experience in designing complex, operationally critical data network architectures

·         Proven record in customer focus

·         Analytical problem solver

·         Proven presentation skills

·         Ability and demonstrable experience in presenting to network operations/architecture/strategy teams as well as ability to engage with senior management at the customer

·         Detailed knowledge of IP market vendor landscape

·         Deep understanding of real customer networks

·         Experience in influencing large multi national project teams is a must

Extra’s :

·         Because the role is an integral part of the EMEA IP Regional Business Centre, the ability to work as part of a distributed team is critical.

·         The role will require international travel, sometimes at short notice. A flexible approach to work, especially when communicating with other Nokia groups, is essential, as is the ability to thrive under pressure and prioritize tasks.

·         A reasonable amount of travel should be expected as this is a European role requiring high customer contact

·         Requests for support material maybe required in short timescales enforced by the customer so time management skills are vital

·         The job requires a very good understanding of customers’ network architectures and practices and therefore must understand a customer operational processes and confidentiality concerns

·         Conducting product demo’s in front of the customer could bring a level of stress to the role