Vendor Manager – Fulfillment (US Telecom Market)

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