Network Telecom Sourcing Consultant

Network Telecom Sourcing Consultant

Location: Philadelphia, Jersey City, or Atlanta (34 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

Veterans Sourcing Group