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• Customer & Market Advocacy Build and maintain strong senior-level relationships (C-suite and SVP) with Canadian Communications Service Providers (CSPs), ensuring trust and alignment with customer transformation goals. Advocate for customer-centric long-term market and technology priorities while advising internal and external stakeholders, including those involved in national infrastructure strategies. Provide thought leadership by sharing insights on customer needs, competitive landscapes, and emerging market dynamics. Collaborate with Customer Support Service Delivery Managers to optimize service delivery aligned with policy frameworks and customer expectations. Define the long-term network and technology strategy for CU Canada, focusing on 5G monetization, sustainability, and advanced capabilities such as AI, cloud-native solutions, and Open RAN (ORAN). Foster innovation by driving co-creations, Proofs of Concept (PoCs), and trials with external collaborators, including universities, startups, and industry leaders. Collaborate with GPA to secure funding through programs like the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) while advancing key research initiatives aligned with national development priorities. Experience: 10+ years in technology leadership roles with customer-facing accounts or governmental advisory experience enabling technological transformation and operational results. Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge in AI applications, cybersecurity principles, Open RAN architectures, cloud-native systems, quantum technologies, and telecom standards. Policy Insight: Proven ability to navigate Canadian regulatory landscapes, including spectrum allocation and incentivized R&D frameworks for global competitiveness. Customer Advocacy: Expertise in building strategic customer partnerships and driving actionable roadmaps influenced by market insights and policy dynamics. Leadership: Demonstrated success in fostering high-performing teams and leading innovative initiatives that transform organizational outcomes. Collaboration Skills: Ability to forge partnerships across industry stakeholders, business areas, and external players, including government agencies and research institutions. Communication Skills: Highly proficient in public-speaking engagements, governmental dialogues, and stakeholder presentations. Travel Availability: Willingness to travel up to 25%. 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. What happens once you apply? Click Here to find all you need to know about what our typical hiring process looks like. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. 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: Canada (CA) || Toronto Job details: Domain Sales Manager