Telecom Procurement Manager
Core
Develop relationships with Datacenter & Telecom providers to deploy critical infrastructure for global cloud services, focusing on high-performance computing and AI acceleration.
Role type
Senior IC telecom procurement manager (cloud interconnection)
Builds
Global cloud infrastructure partnerships with network operators and datacenter providers
Domain
Cloud services, telecommunications, data centers
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
market research, RFP/RFQ creation, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, data-driven analysis, cross-functional coordination, strategic reporting
Preferred skills
experience with major providers (Equinix, Digital Realty, Vodafone, AT&T, Verizon, Telefonica), presentation delivery
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Collaborate with sourcing team to analyze network and datacenter provider data; Conduct market research to identify suppliers and maintain strategic database; Assist in creating RFP/RFQ documents; Develop and execute partnership strategy with key providers; Foster relationships with vendor sales and commercial teams; Evaluate supplier proposals using data analysis; Coordinate cross-functional teams for contract compliance; Develop reporting mechanisms for supplier performance and cost analysis; Provide strategic insights to influence network expansion and procurement strategies