Agm - Iru

Job Req ID: 43397- Location: Bangalore, IN- Function: Technology/ IOT/Cloud- About:

- 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.

**Role**

IRU Lead

**Job Level/ Designation
M2

**Function / Department**

Cluster -Technology (Fiber Management)

**Location**

Cluster locations

**Job Purpose**
- Responsible for Cluster IRU Fiber Projects and Operation functions. Deliver project and operations KPIs as per Organisation requirement
- To develop, implement and govern long term operating models for smooth functioning of IRU operations.
- Meet mobility & enterprise services experience expectation by implementing highest quality of workmanship and cost effective operating model.
- **Enhanced responsibility and accountability for Inhouse operation**

**Key Result Areas/Accountabilities**
- Responsible for circle IRU Opex forecast and control.
- Coordinate with circle project & operation team for optimal utilization of Fiber Capex to deliver best in class and scalable fiber infrastructure with resiliencies to ensure high standard network uptime.
- Developing, onboarding and Operationalization of IRU partners to deliver additional fiber requirements of VIL.
- Deliver IRU Project & Operational KPIs and SLAs by working closely with circle teams & MS partners.
- Achieve operational excellence by driving process standards and automations for entire transmission requirement with IRU partners.
- Ensure HSW compliances

**Core Competencies, Knowledge, Experience**
- 10-15 years of Telecom experience and Proficiency in understanding overall transport NW architecture and key cost drivers.
- Understanding of IP/MPLS & Optics NW architecture to build scalable fiber NW
- Sound understanding of Opex and budgetary skills to derive best out of NW at lowest possible cost.
- Should employ a specific time management strategy to ensure closure of fiber projects on fixed time periods.
- Commercial and legal understanding for closure of contract and agreements with IRU partners to get better KPIs and cost factor advantage.
- Strong Stakeholder management, Negotiation skills and Strategic mind set to make win-win alliance with TSP partners and IRU partners

**Must have technical / professional qualifications**
- Should have B.tech/B.E
- 10-15years of Telecom experience

**Vodafone Idea Limited** (formerly Idea Cellular Limited)
An Aditya Birla Group & Vodafone partnership