Technology Sourcing Manager | Cell Site Backhaul Solutions Sourcing
Core
Own end-to-end procurement of transport circuits connecting cell sites, macro towers, and small cells to T-Mobile's core network, managing strategic supplier relationships across a diverse ecosystem of national carriers, fiber providers, and satellite operators.
Role type
Senior Technology Sourcing Manager (Telecom Infrastructure)
Builds
Strategic supplier portfolios and commercial contracts for 5G network backhaul and core interconnect.
Domain
Telecommunications / Network Infrastructure / 5G
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing methodology (RFP/RFI/RFQ), contract drafting and negotiation, financial modeling (NPV/TCO), project management, supplier performance management, technical specification interpretation
Preferred skills
Telecom transport services knowledge (fiber, Ethernet, wavelength, dark fiber IRU), satellite backhaul procurement, subsea cable capacity markets, 5G RAN architecture, procurement analytics tools
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), MEF CE 2.0, DWDM/CWDM, MPLS/IP-VPN, LEO/GEO satellite systems, Fixed Wireless/Microwave
Responsibilities
Competitively source backhaul circuit spend through RFP/RFI/RFQ processes; Draft, negotiate, and execute contractual documents including MSAs and IRU agreements; Drive sourcing strategies for large-scale circuit deployments balancing cost and resiliency; Manage a portfolio of 50+ national and regional telecom suppliers; Liaise with network engineering teams to interpret technical specifications into commercial outcomes; Lead supplier escalations related to service delivery intervals and SLA breaches; Prepare business cases and sourcing strategies for executive review.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight