Assistant Manager Procurement - Technical (5G Network Planning)

About the role

The Assistant Manager Procurement - Technical leads and oversees complex procurement projects within the 5G Network Planning portfolio, covering RAN, TXN-Optical, TXN-Access, Power Systems, Operational Support System, Data Engineering, Core & Cloud and IP-Core. The role works closely with end-user departments to define, evaluate and procure end-to-end solutions, balancing commercial and technical outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for the Network Planning domain, including RFIs and RFPs for RAN, optical, access, power systems, core and cloud, IP-Core, servers, storage, software, SLAs and professional services.
• Coordinate with OEMs, suppliers and partners to obtain competitive, compliant quotations and act as the main procurement interface for them.
• Lead supplier and OEM engagement during high-complexity bids, tenders and RFPs, including pre-bid meetings.
• Manage RFP and tender projects independently, review RFP documentation and technical evaluation criteria, and develop bid strategies, procurement plans and vendor shortlisting recommendations.
• Onboard new suppliers, negotiate commercial terms, draft contracts and ensure compliant bidding and contracting documentation reaches Compliance and Control teams.
• Follow up with vendors, legal and compliance teams on contract signing, and work with RDs to lock FSAs for demand aggregation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree; BE in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecom Engineering or MS/MBA preferred.
• Up to 4 to 6 years of experience; telecom sector, system integrator and OEM vendor experience preferred.
• Experience in renowned system integrators, ISPs and the telecom sector.
• Deep product knowledge of telecom equipment and end-to-end telco network solutions, especially the procurement process.

Required skills

• Vendor management, project management and bid management.
• RFP preparation, negotiations and contracting.
• Knowledge of procurement policies and compliance requirements.
• Negotiation, problem-solving, time management and multitasking under tight deadlines.