Telecoms Procurement Leader: Strategic Sourcing & Vendors

Maintel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Maintel is seeking an experienced Procurement & Purchasing Manager to strengthen our supplier partnerships and optimise purchasing across the business. This role requires commercial focus, deep knowledge of the telecommunications and technology sector, and the ability to hit the ground running.

You will lead and develop the procurement and supplier management team, build strong relationships with key technology vendors and distributors, and negotiate terms to protect margins while driving cost

Qualifications

• Proven procurement and purchasing experience within the telecommunications sector.
• Strong relationships with technology vendors and distributors.
• Track record in commercial negotiations and cost optimisation.
• Experience leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the procurement and supplier management team.
• Manage relationships with key technology vendors, distributors and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms to drive cost savings and profitability.
• Identify opportunities to diversify supplier base and improve purchasing processes.
• Drive procurement efficiencies, supplier performance and continuous improvement.

Job description

Maintel is seeking an experienced Procurement & Purchasing Manager to strengthen our supplier partnerships and optimise purchasing across the business. This role requires commercial focus, deep knowledge of the telecommunications and technology sector, and the ability to hit the ground running.

You will lead and develop the procurement and supplier management team, build strong relationships with key technology vendors and distributors, and negotiate terms to protect margins while driving cost