Carrier & Colocation Procurement Manager

Role Overview

• Participate in supplier performance review meetings
• Evaluate supplier landscape and identify optimization opportunities
• Support supplier selection and onboarding processes
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance tracking and development
• Conduct commercial negotiations and drive cost optimization initiatives
• Identify contract gaps and support MSA improvements and implementation
• Drive and manage RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs processes
• Support preferred supplier list implementation
• Manage backbone and infrastructure-related quotes within assigned region
• Handle commercial negotiations for new and existing colocation agreements
• Prepare and manage Purchase Orders (POs) via Salesforce
• Request and validate Service Order Forms (SOFs)
• Ensure accurate commercial validation of orders and documentation
• Coordinate with Delivery teams for order execution
• Manage contract changes (renewals, upgrades, downgrades, terminations)
• Handle invoice validation and resolve disputes with vendors
• Maintain accurate supplier inventory and data

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in telecom environment, preferably in procurement or carrier-related roles
• Strong understanding of telecom carrier market, colocation, and infrastructure services
• Proven experience in vendor/supplier management and commercial negotiations
• High level of commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
• Structured, detail-oriented, and well-organized
• Fluent English

Benefits

• Medical insurance and mental health support
• Flexible working hours
• Benefits program covering sports, hobbies, and well-being
• Professional training and language classes
• Opportunity to work on a global telecom project with real business impact
• International environment and cross-functional collaboration
• Continuous learning and career growth opportunities