Network Telecom Sourcing Consultant

Network Telecom Sourcing Consultant
Location: Philadelphia, Jersey City, or Atlanta (3–4 days onsite)
Duration: 9-month contract to hire
Pay Rate: $74/hr (W2)

Job Summary:
Seeking an experienced Network Telecom Sourcing Consultant to manage sourcing activities for telecom and network-related projects. The role requires strong expertise in telecom technologies, vendor management, and contract negotiation, along with the ability to drive projects and collaborate with internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing initiatives for telecom, network, and infrastructure services

• Manage vendor relationships and support contract negotiations and pricing analysis

• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely project delivery

• Track project progress, manage deadlines, and provide status updates

• Support purchase order processing and telecom expense management

• Work with leading telecom and technology vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Lumen, etc.)

Required Skills:

• Telecom sourcing experience with knowledge of VOIP/SIP, wireless, and network technologies

• Strong contract negotiation and vendor management skills

• Experience with ARIBA and MS Office 365 (advanced Excel preferred)

• Strong analytical, organizational, and time management abilities

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and drive decisions

Nice to Have:

• Global sourcing experience

• Software sourcing exposure