Associate Category Manager – Telecom Sourcing

Category Manager – Telecom Sourcing (Dubai)

Job Objective

To lead sourcing initiatives across maintenance, managed services, and technical support for a major telecom group. To ensure alignment with Company's strategic sourcing framework and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-driven sourcing outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sourcing for telecom network operations (active/passive maintenance, L3 support).


• Lead RFx processes and develop Statements of Work (SoW).


• Evaluate vendor proposals and negotiate for optimal service levels and cost efficiency.


• Align sourcing strategies with operational goals and service delivery.


• Support contract formulation and supplier performance monitoring.


• Provide market intelligence and contribute to agile sourcing improvements.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's in Telecom Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (postgraduate preferred).


• 5+ years experience in telecom operations and procurement within major telecom groups Experience with SAP, ARIBA, or Oracle ERP tools.


• Strong knowledge of telecom vendor ecosystems and pricing models.


• Must have technical competencies in:
  
  
  
  • Active/Passive Network Maintenance Sourcing
  
  
  • Managed Services Procurement
  
  
  • RFx Management and Tendering
  
  
  • Telecom Network Operations Knowledge
  
  
  
  


• Certifications preferred: CSCP, PSM.