Telecom Procurement Lead for Network Planning

Zong 5G; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Zong 5G Islamabad seeks an experienced Telecom Procurement Leader to oversee end-to-end sourcing for the Network Planning portfolio. You will manage RFPs, coordinate with OEMs and vendors, and ensure compliant, competitive proposals and contracts. Strong negotiation and governance are essential.

The role emphasizes strategic procurement, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration across RD’s and business units to secure reliable telecom equipment and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MS/MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for Telecom Network Planning including RFI/RFPs for RAN, TXN-Optical, TXN-Access, Power Systems, Core & Cloud, IP-Core, servers, storage, software and services.
• Coordinate with OEMs, suppliers and partners to obtain competitive, compliant quotations.
• Act as primary procurement interface with suppliers and drive commercial negotiations and contract drafting.
• Manage RFPs and tenders from a procurement and governance perspective, ensuring timely execution.
• Review RFPs and bids for clarity, competitiveness and compliance.
• Develop bid strategies and vendor shortlisting with stakeholders.
• Onboard and engage new suppliers to participate in sourcing events and ensure timely registrations.
• Ensure complete bidding and contracting documentation to Compliance and Control.
• Drive contract finalization with vendors and internal teams.
• Collaborate with RD’s to finalize FSAs for price stability and supply continuity.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Integrity

Project management

Negotiation

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MS/MBA preferred

Job description

Zong 5G Islamabad seeks an experienced Telecom Procurement Leader to oversee end-to-end sourcing for the Network Planning portfolio. You will manage RFPs, coordinate with OEMs and vendors, and ensure compliant, competitive proposals and contracts. Strong negotiation and governance are essential.

The role emphasizes strategic procurement, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration across RD’s and business units to secure reliable telecom equipment and services.