Remote Senior Category Ops Specialist for Network & OSP
Lumen
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Job summary
Lumen is the trusted network for AI-ready connectivity, enabling secure, high‑performance data and applications across cloud, edge, and AI workloads. This remote United States role focuses on strategic procurement for Outside Plant Support Services, driving cost optimization and supplier performance across networks and field services.
The Sr. Category Operations Specialist works with Network Construction, Finance, Legal, and other partners to source, contract, and manage suppliers, develop
Qualifications
- Analyze spend and supplier performance to identify sourcing opportunities
- Proficiency in Excel for data analysis, reporting, and presentation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholder requests in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Analyze spend, supplier performance, service demand, and market trends to identify sourcing opportunities
- Develop reports, dashboards, and performance metrics with Reporting & Analytics team
- Maintain category spend visibility and supplier utilization
- Coordinate contracts, SOWs, amendments, and renewals with stakeholders and Legal
- Lead supplier onboarding, performance reviews, and governance discussions
- Track RFx processes from requirements through supplier selection and implementation
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Job description
Lumen is the trusted network for AI-ready connectivity, enabling secure, high‑performance data and applications across cloud, edge, and AI workloads. This remote United States role focuses on strategic procurement for Outside Plant Support Services, driving cost optimization and supplier performance across networks and field services.
The Sr. Category Operations Specialist works with Network Construction, Finance, Legal, and other partners to source, contract, and manage suppliers, develop
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