Koscom Cable Inc. is a U.S.-based telecom construction company specializing in fiber construction and fulfillment projects. They are seeking a Vendor Manager with hands-on fulfillment experience to source and manage subcontractors, ensuring operational readiness and compliance for various telecom projects.
Responsibilities:
- Actively source qualified telecom subcontractors: both crew companies and individual technicians (1099 / sole proprietors)
- Build and maintain a structured vendor pipeline by region and scope (drop bury, FTTH installs, MDU, aerial, etc.)
- Close regional coverage gaps through proactive outreach
- Maintain ongoing communication with subcontractor partners
- Monitor performance and coordinate feedback with Operations
- Support rate negotiations — with both companies and individual technicians
- Scale high-performing vendors into new markets and scopes
- Collect and track required documentation: W-9, COI, licenses, safety documents
- Monitor insurance expiration dates and compliance statuses
- Coordinate NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs with internal teams
- Emergency sourcing of crews and technicians when capacity is short
- Coordinate vendor readiness ahead of upcoming projects
- Match subcontractor capabilities with specific project requirements
Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in vendor management, B2B partnerships, sourcing, or telecom operations
- Fulfillment experience — understanding of field crew dynamics, technician management, and the pace of fulfillment projects
- Experience working with both subcontractor companies and individual technicians
- Experience with the U.S. market
- Confident in negotiations and business communication
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple regions simultaneously
- Experience in telecom construction, fiber, or infrastructure projects
- Understanding of OSP / FTTH / MDU / drop bury scopes
- Experience reviewing COIs and understanding insurance requirements
- Sourcing experience via LinkedIn, industry boards, referrals, Facebook groups, or similar platforms