6.0 - 11.0 years

12 - 22 Lacs

gurugram

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Job Description-Networks Procurement Role Summary:- As Category Lead Network Procurement at Airtel, you’ll drive end-to-end procurement and category management for Network equipment, software, and related services. The role emphasizes supplier relationship management, cost optimization, contract management, and alignment with Airtel’s business units. Job Responsibility: - 1. Procurement Strategy & Execution Lead RFQs, evaluation, negotiations, and contract closures with suppliers. Ensure balance between cost efficiencies, quality, and business objectives. Standardize OPEX/CAPEX sourcing practices. 2. Category Management & Cost Optimization Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive year-on-year efficiencies. Leverage TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) models in procurement strategies. Use market intelligence to identify new suppliers, innovations, and disruptive technologies. 3. Supplier Relationship & Governance Develop and maintain strong partnerships with global/local OEMs, equipment vendors, and service providers Manage SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) for large/strategic vendors. Ensure transparency and governance in supplier dealings. 4. Stakeholder Management Collaborate with Business Units, Legal, and Finance teams. Present procurement strategies, savings results, and supplier innovation insights at senior management level. Requirements Qualifications: Bachelors of Engineering Experience: 7+ years in Procurement or in sales /Pre-sales Domain Knowledge: Network equipment, software licensing, support services. Skills Needed: Strong negotiation capabilities (contractual/legal terms, SLAs, warranties). Category expertise in Telecom Network Procurement. Advanced data analysis (TCO modeling, vendor performance, cost benchmarking). Strong business acumen: market trends, global telco supply chain dynamics. Excellent communication to engage CXO-level stakeholders. Org: Airtel Position Type: Permanent Reporting to Category Head within Networks Business Unit: SCM.HO Location: Airtel Centre - Gurgaon Department: SCM Network Sourcing

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