AGM - Passive Infra

Vodafone Idea Limited; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Vodafone Idea Limited is seeking a Cluster Managed Services Insourcing Lead (M2 – AGM/DGM) to drive procurement and end-to-end commercial activities for Circle MS insourcing. You will coordinate supplier selection, contracting, and service management across multiple stakeholders, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with SCM policies.

BE with MBA preferred, 7–15 years of experience in sourcing and supply chain.

Qualifications

• BE with MBA and background in Sourcing or Supply Chain.
• Experience in procurement and contract management at cluster level.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials for MS insourcing at local level and coordinate deliveries.
• Create RFQ/RFPs and oversee bidding in Ariba.
• Track budget vs PR/PO status and manage contracts.
• Coordinate with fiber operations and corporate procurement decisions.
• Issue POs to suppliers and ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Coordination skills

Communication skills

MS/ERP proficiency

Education

BE with MBA

Tools

ERP (e.g., SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Job Description:

Vodafone Idea Limited is an Aditya Birla Group and Vodafone Group partnership. It is India’s leading telecom service provider. The Company provides pan India Voice and Data services across 2G, 3G and 4G platform. With the large spectrum portfolio to support the growing demand for data and voice, the company is committed to deliver delightful customer experiences and contribute towards creating a truly ‘Digital India’ by enabling millions of citizens to connect and build a better tomorrow. The Company is developing infrastructure to introduce newer and smarter technologies, making both retail and enterprise customers future ready with innovative offerings, conveniently accessible through an ecosystem of digital channels as well as extensive on-ground presence. The Company is listed on National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) in India.

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Role

Cluster Managed Services Insourcing Lead

Job Level/ Designation

M2 – AGM/DGM

Function / Department

Commercial

Location

Circle Location

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for various Procurement and coordination for Circle MS insourcing:

• Responsible for supplier selection, negotiation finalization and contracting at cluster level in close coordination with multiple stakeholders within cluster


• Service Contract Management with various vendors,


• End to End Commercials support for MS Insourcing,


• Local activities negotiations like RCAPEX line wise items / Restoration works / local FRT’s, consumable items.


• Ensuring cost effectiveness with appropriate quality


• All purchases shall be in accordance with VIL SCM Policy and procedures


• Will promote and maintain a high level of communication with the external supplier & internal customer

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities

• Support in procurement of materials for MS insourcing at local level – additional FRT’s, vehicles, coordination for material delivery, additional material storage locations with partners, repair service and return for tools, calibration coordination


• Creating RFQ/RFP and overseeing competitive bidding cycles in Ariba


• Tracking budget vs PR/PO release status


• Documentation of NFA/BPA, PO and Contracts Digitally and Physically


• OFC Service Contract Management


• New Partner Evaluation and Vendors On boarding on need basis


• Commercial support for Cluster Fiber Operations


• Process compliances


• Price Benchmarking and Process Optimization


• Coordinate closely with Fiber team of Corporate Commercial for all actions, support decision-making for corporate procurement governed decisions and to use synergies to maximum effect


• Preparation of cluster related local RFP’s quotation and competitive bids with pertinent specifications, terms and conditions and negotiate the best deal and bring value to the business


• Responsible for supplier selection, negotiation finalization and contracting in close coordination with multiple stakeholders within clusters


• Issuance of PO to eligible suppliers


• Co-ordinate with vendors for delivery to respective cluster


• Co-Ordinate with SSC, Finance for vendor Invoice booking and Payment


• Various MIS and Reports


• Average volume handle per Cluster –


• Fiber O & M – Avg. 17000 Km


• Mobility Vehicles – Avg. Count 75 Nos.


• Riggers – 85 Nos.

Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience

• High level of Integrity, ethics and other value systems


• Ability to manage multiple senior stake holders/Vertical Heads in the organization


• Excellent coordination skills and ability to deal with strategic partners & local vendors


• Strong Negotiating skills


• Analytical Skills


• Communication skills


• Good communication, presentation, excel skills, MIS, and experience on ERP

Technical / Professional Qualifications

• BE preferably with MBA


• Background in Sourcing and Supply Chain

Years Of Experience

7-15 years

Vodafone Idea Limited (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)

An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership

Requirements