Lead - RAN Network Procurement

14 hours ago

Gurgaon, Haryana, India Airtel Full time ₹ 15,00,000 - ₹ 25,00,000 per year

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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