Associate Director - Supply Chain Management (Media Access Management), Coventry
Client: Tata Communications
Location: Coventry, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 1
Posted: 04.06.2025
Expiry Date: 19.07.2025
Job Description
The role is responsible for leading one or more stages during the off-net access delivery cycle, including identifying partners, assessing access feasibility, delivery, account settlement, supplier management, and service experience improvement. The objective is to ensure timely and successful off-net quoting and delivery at optimal costs. This is a tactical role that contributes to defining the operational plans based on business strategy, with a significant mid-term impact on the business unit's overall results.
Responsibilities
* Identify national and regional access suppliers/partners and competition to deliver last mile delivery.
* Lead discussions and initial negotiations with potential access suppliers/partners on contractual capabilities.
* Maintain strong relationships with access suppliers to improve delivery efficiency and costs.
* Explore avenues for increasing business with key vendors through new portfolios and order types.
* Collaborate with product teams to develop new technology solutions with partners.
* Design effective off-net access solutions considering route maps, power and path diversity, tailored to local market considerations.
* Support sales and cross-functional teams in negotiations with partners for special pricing, non-standard offerings, and expedited delivery to enhance bid success rates.
* Finalize and renew vendor contracts for network maintenance and installation to ensure optimal operation levels.
* Conduct regular performance reviews with key suppliers covering pre-sales, feasibility, cost-effectiveness, delivery, and post-sales support.
* Assist in planning and implementing jeopardy and contingency measures to meet delivery timelines.
* Experience in the telecommunications environment, especially in managing telecom partners.
Desired Skill Sets
* Strong understanding of global telecom networks and access technologies.
* Technical and commercial knowledge relevant to telecom supply chain management.
* Experience in planning and executing large projects.
* Knowledge of the access supply chain market in the region.
* Understanding of the quote-to-cash process in telecom services, including pricing, SLAs, legal, and commercial terms.
* The role may involve individual contribution or leading a small team.
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