Associate Director - Supply Chain Management (Media Access Management)

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecommunications seeks an Associate Director of Supply Chain Management in Derby. This role focuses on optimizing off-net delivery cycles, managing supplier relationships, and leading negotiations for contract renewals to enhance service efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess strong telecommunications knowledge and project planning experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in telecommunications required, especially managing Telco partners.
• Understanding of global telecom networks and access technologies necessary.
• Technical and commercial expertise is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations with suppliers for last mile delivery contracts.
• Support sales with special pricing negotiations to enhance win rates.
• Conduct performance reviews with key suppliers to ensure optimal operations.

Skills

Supplier Management

Contract Negotiation

Project Planning

Telecommunications Knowledge

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Associate Director - Supply Chain Management (Media Access Management), Derby

Client: Tata Communications

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 1

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Role Overview

The role is responsible for leading 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 cost-effective off-net quoting and delivery. This tactical role influences the operational plans aligned with business strategy, impacting overall business results mid-term.

Responsibilities

• Identify access suppliers/partners at national and regional levels to facilitate last mile delivery.
• Lead negotiations with potential access suppliers/partners regarding contractual capabilities.
• Maintain strong relationships with access suppliers to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Explore opportunities to expand 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 needs.
• Support sales and cross-functional teams in negotiations for special pricing, non-standard offerings, and expedited delivery to enhance win rates.
• Finalize and renew vendor contracts for network maintenance and installation to ensure optimal operation.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with key suppliers covering pre-sales, feasibility, cost, delivery, and post-sales support.
• Contribute to planning for jeopardy and contingency management to meet delivery timelines.
• Experience in telecommunications, especially managing Telco partners, is required.

Desired Skills

• Understanding of global telecom networks and access technologies.
• Technical and commercial expertise.
• Experience in large project planning and execution.
• Knowledge of the access supply chain market in the region.
• Familiarity with quote-to-cash processes in telecom services, including pricing, SLAs, legal, and commercial terms.
• The role may involve individual contribution or leading a small team.