Lead Technical Sourcing Management Hybrid- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Denver, CO

About Forged Fiber

At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions.

Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

The Role

The Lead Construction & Engineering Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category strategy across construction, engineering, network infrastructure, equipment, field services, and capital projects. This role serves as the senior sourcing lead supporting large-scale build programs and enterprise infrastructure initiatives, partnering closely with Engineering, Construction, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams.

The position drives sourcing excellence through competitive procurement strategies, supplier performance management, contract negotiations, risk mitigation, and cost optimization while providing leadership and mentorship across the sourcing organization.

The Main Responsibilities

What We Look for in a Candidate

Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top-tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results.

Work Location Hybrid- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Denver, CO

Main Requirements

Strategic Construction & Engineering Sourcing 

· Lead complex sourcing initiatives supporting network expansion, infrastructure deployment, facility construction, and capital improvement programs.

· Develop sourcing strategies for construction contractors, engineering firms, network installation providers, equipment suppliers, materials, and field service partners.

· Manage competitive RFP, RFQ, and bid processes to maximize value, quality, and supplier performance.

· Lead contract negotiations for MSAs, construction agreements, engineering services, EPC contracts, and Statements of Work.  

Category Management 

· Own category strategies across construction, engineering, materials, equipment, logistics, and field operations.  

· Develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps aligned to business growth plans and capital investment objectives.  

· Monitor market conditions, labor availability, commodity pricing, contractor capacity, and industry trends.  

· Identify opportunities for standardization, supplier consolidation, and total cost reduction.  

Supplier Performance & Governance 

· Manage strategic relationships with key construction, engineering, and infrastructure suppliers.  

· Establish supplier scorecards, KPIs, service levels, and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).  

· Drive supplier accountability for safety, quality, schedule performance, cost management, and compliance.  

· Lead corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives with critical suppliers.  

Contract & Commercial Management

· Negotiate commercial terms, pricing models, service levels, warranties, and performance guarantees.  

· Partner with Legal and Risk teams to mitigate commercial, operational, and supplier-related risks.  

· Support claims management, contract amendments, dispute resolution, and change order governance.  

· Ensure contractual compliance across construction and engineering engagements.  

Capital Program Support 

· Partner with Engineering and Program Management teams to support large-scale construction and network deployment initiatives.  

· Develop sourcing strategies that improve project delivery timelines and contractor readiness.  

· Support long-range planning for supplier capacity, workforce availability, and material sourcing.  

· Drive procurement support for major capital investment programs.  

Leadership & Mentoring 

· Serve as the senior sourcing advisor for construction and engineering categories.  

· Mentor sourcing managers and procurement professionals on commercial strategy, negotiations, and supplier management.  

· Lead cross-functional sourcing teams supporting complex projects and enterprise initiatives.  

· Provide escalation support and guidance on critical supplier and contracting matters

Qualifications 

Required 

· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or related field.  

·3+ years of progressive strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or supply chain experience.  

·3+ years supporting construction, engineering, infrastructure, telecommunications, utilities, or related industries.  

· Proven experience negotiating complex construction, engineering, and services agreements.  

· Strong understanding of construction delivery models, contractor management, supplier performance programs, and capital project procurement.  

Preferred 

· Experience supporting fiber, telecommunications, utility, or large-scale infrastructure deployment organizations.  

· Experience with source-to-pay and contract lifecycle management platforms such as Ivalua, SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle.  

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

Location Based Pay Ranges: 

$109,120-$162,680

What to Expect Next

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E‑Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I‑9.

Equal Employment Opportunities

It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.

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