Technology Sourcing Manager, Cell Site Backhaul Solutions Sourcing

Overview At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU. Our Total Rewards Package provides a competitive base salary and compensation, stock opportunities, 401(k), and coaching resources. This reflects our commitment to employees as we work to be UNSTOPPABLE for them. Responsibilities Builds and maintains technology-based supplier relationships for T-Mobile, specifically supporting cell site backhaul and network connectivity solutions. Establishes, negotiates, and maintains all commercial terms and contracts with suppliers. Owns and drives strategic sourcing initiatives including Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotations (RFQ), and Requests for Information (RFI). Drive cross-functional sourcing groups to ensure supplier performance, manage sourcing plans, track supplier issues, communicate project status, and assess risk across a large supplier base supporting nationwide network deployments. Provide leadership in sourcing strategies for large-scale, high-volume circuit deployments (1G/10G/100G+), balancing cost, speed to deploy, and network resiliency. Interpret technical specifications into commercial and financial outcomes by liaising with engineering, transport, and network planning teams. Summarize and present business cases, supplier strategies, and agreements for executive review and approval. Manage supplier escalations related to delivery, performance, and contractual obligations impacting network deployment timelines. Education and Work Experience Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Engineering, or related field (Required) 4–7 years of experience in technology sourcing, telecom/network engineering, or a similar role supporting infrastructure procurement 4–7 years of experience managing business requirements, project plans, schedules, and related project materials in a mid to large size company Experience working with telecom carriers, fiber providers, or network infrastructure vendors preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Project Management (Required) Microsoft Office (Required) RFP/RFI Development (Required) Contract Negotiation (Required) Communication (Required) Strategic Sourcing (Required) Knowledge of telecom network infrastructure, including fiber, Ethernet, and wavelength services (Preferred) Ability to manage a high-volume supplier environment (50+ vendors) across multiple geographic markets (Preferred) Understanding of network deployment lifecycle, including site activation timelines and service delivery intervals (Preferred) Financial modeling and cost analysis for large-scale network sourcing decisions (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Certified Property Manager (CPM) (Preferred) Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) (Preferred) Supply chain or sourcing certifications such as CPSM or CSCP (Preferred) EEO and Accessibility T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr