Description
We’re building the future of how the world communicates.
Netcracker, part of NEC Corporation, combines deep telecom industry expertise with cutting-edge cloud-native and AI-powered innovations to enable communications service providers and enterprises to transform their businesses, unlock innovation, and create meaningful digital experiences for millions of people around the world. With more than 30 years of experience serving over 250 customers in more than 70 locations worldwide, we are the global market leader in telecom software and services.
Join us and be part of a team that is not just keeping up with the digital future but is leading the way.
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing and procurement activities for IT and Telecom software and infrastructure. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement processes, negotiating high-value contracts, and developing long-term vendor relationships that support business and technical objectives. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring cost efficiency, process optimisation, and strategic alignment within the organisation’s technology procurement function.
Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement of IT and Telecom software licenses, and related services (software, servers, network components, cloud platforms, etc.).
- Lead sourcing initiatives by identifying, evaluating, and selecting qualified suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and compliance criteria.
- Conduct RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, ensuring clear technical and commercial documentation and transparent supplier evaluations.
- Collaborate closely with technical, financial, and legal teams to ensure alignment of procurement strategy with project and operational goals.
- Negotiate complex contracts and framework agreements, focusing on optimizing commercial terms, reducing risks, and maximizing total value.
- Ensure partner/supplier selection is based on the best purchasing and pricing conditions
- Monitor supplier performance and risks and implement corrective action plans when necessary.
- Support account management team in 3rd party licenses renewals during customer contract lifecycle.
- Perform TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) and ROI analysis and spend analysis to support strategic procurement decisions.
- Drive cost optimization and budget control initiatives, ensuring procurement efficiency and financial sustainability.
- Establish an efficient procurement process and ensure organizational alignment through stakeholder engagement, communication, and adoption of the defined process
Skills and Experience
- Strong knowledge of IT & Telecom procurement, including hardware, software, and infrastructure sourcing.
- Strong expertise in contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing to ensure the best purchasing option. Knowledge of negotiation technics to ensure the best purchasing conditions
- Excellent analytical skills with experience in cost modeling, TCO, and ROI analysis.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional coordination skills. Including communications with executive leadership teams to represent the procurement function
- Partner with the Finance, Account Management and Operations teams to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and cost-optimization programs.
- Partner with Sales and Pre-Sales support teams to ensure right selection of suppliers/partners for different type of solution
- Results-oriented mindset with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong ability to understand company business and align procurement process with multiple company goals and objectives
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and cross-cultural awareness.
Education & Professional Certifications:
- Telecom market awareness and understanding of IT projects basics; Relevant University Degree in IT/ Telecom/Finance/Management or equivalent education;
- 5+ years of experience in IT and Telecom procurement, preferably within large-scale or multinational organizations.
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