Associate Category Sourcing Network Telecom Operations

Job Description

The role is ideal for professionals with experience in telecom operations and procurement within major telecom groups, focusing on delivering value-driven sourcing aligned with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end sourcing for network operations: maintenance, managed services, and L3 support.
• Consolidate RFx demand, prepare RFx/SoW documents, and execute sourcing events.
• Evaluate supplier proposals for capability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate contracts to optimize service levels and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with operations teams to align sourcing strategies with service delivery goals.
• Support contract formulation, supplier transitions, and performance monitoring.
• Provide market intelligence on vendors and pricing trends.
• Contribute to sourcing process improvements within agile frameworks.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• RFx Management, Vendor Evaluation & Negotiation, Contract & Commercial Management
• Telecom Network Operations knowledge and HW/SW L3 support sourcing
• Cost modeling, TCO analysis, and ERP tools (SAP, ARIBA, Oracle)
• Communication, stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and team collaboration

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Telecom Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field
• 3–5 years experience in telecom network operations and/or procurement
• Experience sourcing network maintenance, managed services, or technical support
• Familiarity with telecom vendor ecosystems and pricing models

Preferred Certifications:

• CSCP, ITIL Foundation, or Professional Scrum Master (PSM)