- Lead a team on the development and implementation of procurement initiatives, strategic pricing negotiations, RFx activity and contract negotiations
- Collaborate with business units to develop strategies and implement to optimize material selection for lowest cost, predict availability, and promote industry leadership in quality
- Establish and develop strategic sourcing strategies and supplier relationships
- Drive fact-based negotiations based on market intelligence, best practices and RFx activity
- Lead contract negotiations with experience drafting and redlining MSA's, SOWs, Amendments, Schedules etc. Lead alignment efforts between BU stakeholders, legal teams and other matrix organizations (security, compliance etc.).
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Network Operations, IT, Finance, Human Resources, Corporate Real Estate, Sales & Marketing, and Supply Chain to establish optimal business models with Suppliers that enables supplier diversification goals and maximizes value for Brightspeed
- Drive continuous optimization of supply base with input on performance management measures and process enhancement
- Oversee the transition from one software application into another within the construction space
- Coordinate appropriate Supplier reviews focused on performance, opportunity, and innovation
- Ensure smooth operations by ensuring all negotiations are closed in a timely manner to meet specific business objectives
- Effective communications with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams to ensure execution of business goals and objectives
- 10+ years preferred in a procurement-focused role, 4+ years in a management role
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration or equivalent experience
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to direct others according to company initiatives and beliefs
- Previous experience with network equipment and/or telcom construction
- Experience and skill in negotiating, business math, business finance, contracting, report building, and supply base research
- Strong financial acumen
- Able to build presentations and spreadsheets utilizing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experienced manager with significant experience working with global suppliers and remote teams
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Senior Manager, Procurement - Charlotte, United States - BrightSpeed
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Company Description
At Brightspeed, we are reimagining how people live, work, play and connect by providing fast, reliable internet connections and an awesome customer experience in twenty states throughout the Midwest and South.
Backed by funds managed byApollo Global Management,our vision is to accelerate the upgrade of copper to fiber optic technologies, bringing faster and more reliable internet service to many rural markets traditionally underserved by broadband providers, while delivering best-in-class customer experience.
Be a part of the team that will make this vision a reality....designing and building a world class fiber network and creating a customer experience second to none.
Job DescriptionAt Brightspeed, we believe in a great customer experience that provides reliability and simplicity. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Procurement to join our team As a Senior Manager within the procurement team, you will report to the Director, Procurement, leading a team with a focus on developing the vision and direction within the network equipment and construction spend categories across the Brightspeed enterprise. You will own aspects of aligning with Brightspeed's business goals and driving end to-end category strategy, performance effectiveness, efficiency, value, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management. In this role, you will need a proactive work ethic, strong relationship building skills, sharp analytical skills, strategic thinking, the ability to bring individuals together in cross-functional teams, influence decision making, multi-tasking and time management skills.
Come join the team that will build the fastest fiber-optic network in America
As a Senior Manager, Procurement, your duties and responsibilities will include:
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Additional InformationWHY JOIN US?
We aspire to contemporary ways of working.
At Brightspeed, we have roles that are designated as remote, hybrid, office or field-based, depending on the position, business needs and individual circumstances. We have a brand new, state-of-the-art corporate HQ in Charlotte, NC and we prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area, whenever possible, to make it a truly vibrant destination for our hybrid workforce. We also invest in technology that enables our entire team to stay connected. Why? Because Brightspeed recognizes the value of finding the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness throughphysical, emotional and financial health.Brightspeed offers a comprehensive benefit program, including competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; an employee assistance program; a 401K plan with company match and a host of voluntary benefits.
Diversity, equity and inclusionare at the center of our grounding belief inBeing Real.
When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us befierce advocatesfor moreaccessible,inclusiveand high-quality internet, because webelieve doing so promotesequityin the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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