VP of Vendor Management and Procurement

We are seeking a VP of Vendor Management and Procurement to develop and execute strategy to manage global network capacity planning, procurement, and ongoing management. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in carrier relations, procurement, and vendor management in the telecommunication sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 10+ years carrier relations, procurement and vendor management environment in telecommunication sector
• Deep network of contacts with carriers, service providers, fiber providers and colocation vendors et al
• Demonstrable negotiation skills in standard as well as complex environments/situations
• Experience working with senior management (customers, suppliers or internal)
• Budgetary experience, particularly geared to aggressively managing Direct Cost items (e.g. off-net circuits, cross-connects, colocation etc.)
• Successful track record showing ability to work with a team to set strategic direction aligned with business goals with a clear execution plan and activity
• Process definition and re-engineering, and metrics-driven performance management
• Track record of successfully managing global teams (EU/USA)
• Track record of delivery
• Strong people and project management skills are essential

Benefits

• 150-180k plus 25% Bonus