When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing… You’ll be leading the sourcing process for an IT Category within the IT Sourcing Department, where we spend more than five hundred million dollars per year. While guiding your internal business clients through the acquisition process, you’ll be identifying potential suppliers, reviewing & drafting requirements and agreements, analyzing qualifications, negotiating deals, identifying savings opportunities and monitoring supplier performance. Our purchasing power combined with your skills and expertise will help us maintain our market-leading position. Come play a meaningful role in driving continuous cost savings and revenue generation. Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation: Plan and propose sourcing strategies that best support business needs. Create, update and present the Category Strategy. Perform market analyses to find potential new suppliers. Negotiate commercial terms for commercial agreements and renewals (Master License agreements, Cloud agreements, SOWs, Order Forms etc.) Stakeholder & Vendor Management: Handle the sourcing process, ensuring that it aligns with our policies. Work cross-functionally to document requirements, build RFx’s, conduct negotiations for renewal or new agreement and identify savings opportunities. Lead various cross functional teams to develop Verizon's requirements and reach consensus on commercial approach. Work closely with Legal counsel, Contract Manager, Tax, Business Clients, Vendor Management Teams, Risk Management, Corporate Security and other policy subject matter experts to establish new or renewal of agreements with Suppliers. Present and update key deal briefings to the Leadership team for new contracts and renewals. Validate that suppliers are upholding contract terms and conditions. What we’re looking for... You understand commerce. Because you are a master relationship builder, external suppliers see you as an invaluable partner and internal clients see you as a trusted advisor. You have no problem prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects and you’re no stranger to tight timelines. Balancing the intersection of cost, efficiency, and quality, you expertly negotiate the best outcomes for all parties. You’ll need to have: Bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience. Project & Stakeholder Management in complex multi-project and multi-geography environment. Category Sourcing Management, Supplier Management and/or Purchasing experience. Ability to work independently, as directed, with limited supervision. Experience in driving cross-functional teams to achieve common goals in complex deals. Even better if you have one or more of the following: Strategic Sourcing experience. Negotiation, cost management and analytical skills. Knowledge of the commercial legal language, terminologies related to contracting. Experience in IT/Technology categories Certifications in CPSM/CPM/CIPS/CSCP and/or Lean Six Sigma. Experience in Ariba, SAP, Google Suite & Microsoft Suite applications. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. This sourcing leadership position will play a lead role in supporting Verizon's category of Indirect Sourcing through creation and management of supplier contracts, which drive cost savings, generate revenue, and ultimately improve margins and shareholder value. A key aspect of the sourcing role is building collaborative relationships with our internal business partners as well as strategic relationships with our suppliers. As a Sourcing Leader you will actively manage multiple time-sensitive requests, effectively interface with all levels of management and Legal while efficiently ensuring the sourcing process is completed consistent with Verizon policies and goals. What you’ll be doing... You will manage a team of Category Sourcing Experts and actively manage multiple highly visible, time-sensitive activities. You will effectively interface with all levels of management, and efficiently ensure the sourcing process is completed. Drive end-to-end sourcing category strategy, performance effectiveness/efficiency and value/revenue generation. Other responsibilities include: Building collaborative relationships with internal business partners and our suppliers. Developing strategies and drive implementation to enhance efficiency, process and performance improvement and build foundations for trusted partnerships. Developing, manage, and drive key sourcing relationships critical to the business and impacting the entire customer base. Execute supplier relationship management activities for key assigned suppliers within the assigned categories, with oversight regarding supplier relationship management. Leading various cross-functional teams to develop requirements and reach consensus on business deals. Making recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, advancement, performance, promotion or any other change of status of team members. Assess employee performance, hold employees accountable, take appropriate corrective actions, and train and provide ongoing direction and feedback to team members. Negotiating and complete key strategic deals and drive aspects of complex strategic sourcing processes. Participating in the negotiation of deals. Partnering with business partners, contracts with management and legal teams, serve as a trusted advisor to developing strategy, objectives, and plans. Performing analyses of financial and business data related to sourcing operations and capability assessments. Planning and proposes strategies that best support the business, create efficiencies, and provide outstanding performance. Areas of focus include, securing top supplier talent, maximizing ROI, and attaining KPIs through supplier relationship management. What we’re looking for... You’ll need to have: Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience. Relevant experience in supply chain sourcing. Team leadership experience. Even better if you have one or more of the following: Master’s degree in a related area. Experience in effective negotiation and influencing. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills. Effective problem solving and management skills. Broad-based knowledge of the wireless telecommunications industry. Relevant work experience working in a large cross-functional culture. Comfort in working up and across the organization – working with senior staff members. Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking that results in new ideas that drive the business forward. Diversified experience with emphasis on negotiations / analysis and relationship management. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and be detail oriented with respect to ensuring deadlines are met. Proven record of performance and trusted professional credibility. Track record of handling extremely confidential information appropriately. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing... You’ll be leading the sourcing process for a specific area within Verizon. You’ll be identifying potential suppliers, drafting requirements, analyzing qualifications, negotiating deals, and monitoring supplier performance. Our purchasing power combined with your skills and expertise will help us maintain our market-leading position. Come play a meaningful role in driving continuous cost savings and revenue generation. Performing market analyses to find potential suppliers. Guiding internal business partners through the supplier selection process. Working cross-functionally to document requirements, build RFPs, and conduct negotiations. Handling the sourcing process, ensuring that it aligns with our policies. Validating that suppliers are upholding contract terms and conditions. What we’re looking for... You are a master relationship builder, external suppliers see you as an invaluable partner and internal clients see you as a trusted advisor. You have no problem prioritizing multiple simultaneous projects and you’re no stranger to tight timelines. Balancing the intersection of cost, efficiency, and quality, you expertly negotiate the best outcomes for all parties. You’ll need to have: Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience. Relevant experience in supply chain sourcing experience. Relevant experience in leading sourcing process. Even better if you have one or more of the following: Business degree in supply chain, engineering, or construction management. Ideally, an MBA. Program management, budget management, request-for-proposal, and vendor selection experience. Supply chain certification, such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management (ISM). Project management certification, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute. Lean Six Sigma certification. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect across the globe. We’re a diverse network of people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future. Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we are moving the world forward – and you can too. Dream it. Build it. Do it here. This sourcing leadership position will play a lead role in supporting Verizon's category of Indirect Sourcing through creation and management of supplier contracts, which drive cost savings, generate revenue, and ultimately improve margins and shareholder value. A key aspect of the sourcing role is building collaborative relationships with our internal business partners as well as strategic relationships with our suppliers. As a Sourcing Leader you will actively manage multiple time-sensitive requests, effectively interface with all levels of management and Legal while efficiently ensuring the sourcing process is completed consistent with Verizon policies and goals. What you’ll be doing... You will manage a team of Category Sourcing Experts and actively manage multiple highly visible, time-sensitive activities. You will effectively interface with all levels of management, and efficiently ensure the sourcing process is completed. Drive end-to-end sourcing category strategy, performance effectiveness/efficiency and value/revenue generation. Other responsibilities include: Building collaborative relationships with internal business partners and our suppliers. Developing strategies and drive implementation to enhance efficiency, process and performance improvement and build foundations for trusted partnerships. Developing, manage, and drive key sourcing relationships critical to the business and impacting the entire customer base. Execute supplier relationship management activities for key assigned suppliers within the assigned categories, with oversight regarding supplier relationship management. Leading various cross-functional teams to develop requirements and reach consensus on business deals. Making recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, advancement, performance, promotion or any other change of status of team members. Assess employee performance, hold employees accountable, take appropriate corrective actions, and train and provide ongoing direction and feedback to team members. Negotiating and complete key strategic deals and drive aspects of complex strategic sourcing processes. Participating in the negotiation of deals. Partnering with business partners, contracts with management and legal teams, serve as a trusted advisor to developing strategy, objectives, and plans. Performing analyses of financial and business data related to sourcing operations and capability assessments. Planning and proposes strategies that best support the business, create efficiencies, and provide outstanding performance. Areas of focus include, securing top supplier talent, maximizing ROI, and attaining KPIs through supplier relationship management. What we’re looking for... You’ll need to have: Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience. Team leadership experience. Even better if you have one or more of the following: Master’s degree in a related area. Experience in effective negotiation and influencing Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills. Effective problem solving and management skills. Broad-based knowledge of the wireless telecommunications industry. Relevant work experience working in a large cross-functional culture. Comfort in working up and across the organization – working with senior staff members. Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking that results in new ideas that drive the business forward. Diversified experience with emphasis on negotiations / analysis and relationship management. Demonstrated ability to multi-task and be detail oriented with respect to ensuring deadlines are met. Proven record of performance and trusted professional credibility. Track record of handling extremely confidential information appropriately. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing... As a Business Process Consultant for Global Sourcing, Supply Chain and Sustainability, you will support the business process architect on new or optimized processes supporting the end-to-end operations. You will have the responsibility to create or update processes, partnering with GTS (Global Technical Services) to design and integrate the technology to support the business process. When changes in technology tools are needed, you will create the business requirements, work through design, testing, training and implementation for the needed solution. You will work in a cross-functional and cross-organizational environment (including Third-party partners) to facilitate and deliver the business solutions needed. You will be responsible to: Understand operational business processes and opportunities across Global Sourcing, Supply Chain and Sustainability. Lead executive statuses and updates at various levels. Conduct, design and build business process models based on best-in-class operations. Identify, own, and drive resolutions to gaps in the lifecycle delivery processes. Work with cross-functional, internal and external teams to create and deliver complex, integrated solutions to meet our business processes and requirements. Create and deliver training to end users. Develop, train and transition to production support teams after implementation and stabilization. What we’re looking for... You’ll need to have: Bachelor's degree or relevant work experience Experience supporting the SAP tool suite (S4 HANA, Ariba, IBP, CAR, MDG) Experience working with cross functional teams An understanding of how business and technical requirements interweave to create product solutions Knowledge of systems development life cycle within a large global enterprise environment Ability to manage and balance business and technical requirements Experience in communicating (written and spoken) highly technical, multi-faceted solutions to business partners in a simple, understandable manner Experience with strategic solutions and/or systems integration design and solutions Even better if you have one or more of the following: Master’s degree Demonstrated interpersonal communication, organization and project management skills Experience managing large-scale programs with end-to-end accountability Communication, organization, and negotiation skills with the ability to successfully work multiple projects simultaneously Experience using Google G-Suite Applications and Microsoft Office Applications If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing... As our Associate Director of Indirect Sourcing, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of the Category Strategy. Leading a team of Category Sourcing Experts who will establish and execute sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiation, risk management and supply base performance management. The position will require a dynamic professional with a transformational approach to Sourcing, with the knowledge, skills, abilities and experience to design and execute strategies in a global environment. This role will be responsible for a team of direct reports, working collaboratively with stakeholders to develop and implement sourcing strategies to solve business problems. This is a key role within a high-visibility, dynamic, high-performing team based out of Verizon’s Limerick office. Responsibilities: Collaborating closely with key business partners to understand their priorities and challenges; assess their needs on an ongoing basis; and manage their expectations. Partnering with our business stakeholders to develop and implement Category Sourcing strategies. Driving all aspects of the complex strategic sourcing process. Lead, manage, coach and develop a team of Category experts. Ensuring that sourcing strategy’s result in and generate roadmaps of savings and value streams, and where appropriate, innovation opportunities. Negotiation planning and contracting with suppliers, ensuring that agreements reflect Verizon’s needs globally. Developing Category savings roadmap, maintain and track value. Executing supplier relationship management activities, effectively maintaining positive and ethical working relationships. Leveraging market dynamics and mitigating risk. Balancing short and long term objectives to meet business strategy and efficiencies in alignment with business stakeholders. Supplier rationalization – leverages existing supplier base to appropriately consolidate products and services. Assigns resources to sourcing projects, tracks overall progress and ensures successful completion of sourcing projects on-time. Responsible for managing all personnel-related activities such as: recruitment, compensation planning, performance appraisals, personal development and team planning. Drafting of customized development plans to ensure each team member focuses on training, improving skill sets and enhancing the value they deliver to the company. What we’re looking for... You’ll need to have: Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Extensive experience in indirect sourcing. Proven ability to drive change and transformation. Even better if you have one or more of the following: Knowledge of Strategic Sourcing processes, policies, and procedures. Strong negotiation skills and value management practices. Excellent written and verbal communication and problem solving skills. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills. Strong team leadership skills. Ability to work in a fast paced matrixed global environment. Project Management in a complex multi-project and multi-geography environment. Self-motivated /self-starter with ability to work independently. Analytical and/or technical experience with strong attention to detail. Strong presentation skills and ability to prepare and present across multiple organizational leadership levels. Strong leadership abilities with a proven ability to engage and influence collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing... Verizon’s Supply Chain Services team is transforming the Global Strategic Sourcing Group and seeks dynamic professionals who are interested in joining our team. Verizon seeks a professional with experience in Contract Development in areas such as Professional Services, Finance Operations, HR/Benefits, Events & Travel, BPO, Contact Centers, Workforce Solutions, as well as categories directly related to Verizon operations (Network, Tech Services, IT, and Devices & Accessories). The Contract Manager (CM) position is responsible for contract development and management of all contractual documents, working in partnership with the Sourcing Specialist, Suppliers, internal Business and Legal Departments to negotiate and develop robust legal and commercial terms and conditions with Verizon’s Suppliers. The CM acts as an advisor and/or expert for contract related issues and must apply critical thinking skills and work independently to make sound business decisions on behalf of the Company. Day to day work of the CM requires significant interpretation of diverse contractual issues as well as the ability to identify any potential risk factors in that the business needs to consider for the execution of the Agreement. The role also requires ongoing contract compliance and issue resolution as needed after contract execution. The CM also works closely with Internal Audit, as necessary, and Supplier's auditors to resolve contract compliance issues. Contract Development: In accordance with Verizon's priorities, review Supplier requests for changes to the terms and conditions of contracts, assess risk of implementing changes, and recommend Verizon's response. Ensure that applicable contract documents (amendments, SOWs, template provisions) comply with established Verizon format. Act as the liaison and coordinate the interests of the Sourcing Specialist, Business Partner, Legal and Supplier. Coordinate with Verizon Legal support to negotiate contract issue resolution with Supplier, and secure final approval of the appropriate Agreement. Work collaboratively with Sourcing Specialist to ensure that all contract document templates are properly prepared for Request for Proposal (RFPs). Resolve and respond to contractual related Supplier issues and/or questions. Coordinate and manage high-volume EOY / EOQ renewals using agreed-upon templates. Meet with Legal counsel to clarify and negotiate Sourcing contractual issues and or other Supplier concerns. Interpret contractual rights and obligations to business partner and Sourcing Specialist. Contract Compliance: Ensure that current Verizon standard language, including updated terms and conditions, is included in all contracts, as appropriate. Manage supplier dispute resolution through formal or informal dispute resolution channels. Review and ensure appropriate application of Sourcing and Corporate Policy requirements. Coordinate consultation and escalation to senior management of current and potential issues. You’ll need to have: A LLB, or BCL or equivalent Degree. Telecom Network or IT experience. Experience in contract management or sourcing position. Experience in negotiating & managing agreements. Proficient issue resolution and negotiation skills. Project management experience. Ability to manage multiple concurrent deliverables in a very dynamic and variable environment where business assumptions fluctuate frequently. Practiced understanding of procurement contract clauses and principles. Practiced understanding of procurement contract risks and how to mitigate those risks. Proficient in contract drafting skills in areas of Statement of Work (SOW). Even better if you have: Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management, or equivalent. Certifications from the National Contract Management Association, or equivalent: Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM), Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM), Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM). Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute. Lean Six Sigma experience and/or certification. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. The Associate Director Contract Manager (CM) will report to the Director, Contract Management and will be responsible for managing a team of CMs who coordinate the contract drafting and negotiations aligned primarily with Verizon's indirect Sourcing categories, including Professional Services, Contact Centers, HR/Benefits, Financial Operations, Travel / Events, BPO, Workforce Solutions, Real Estate / Supply Chain. The CM Assoc. Director will also oversee contract development and management of contractual documents, working in partnership with the Category Sourcing Expert, key Verizon suppliers, internal Business and Legal Departments. The CM acts as an advisor and/or expert for contract related issues and must apply critical thinking skills and work independently to make sound business decisions on behalf of the Company. Day to day work of the CM requires significant interpretation of diverse contractual issues as well as the ability to identify any potential risk factors in which the business needs to consider for the execution of the Agreement. Ongoing contract compliance and issue resolution as needed after contract execution. The CM also works closely with Internal Audit as necessary and Supplier's auditors to resolve contract compliance issues. Contract Development: In accordance with Verizon's priorities, review Supplier requests for changes to the terms and conditions of contracts, assess risk of implementing changes, and recommend Verizon's response Provide leadership in drafting and negotiating terms & conditions with Suppliers Act as the liaison and provide leadership among Sourcing Specialist, Business Partner, Legal and Supplier Coordinate with Verizon Legal support to negotiate contract issue resolution with Supplier, and secure final approval of the appropriate Agreement Work collaboratively with Sourcing Specialist to ensure that all contract document templates are properly prepared for Request for Proposal (RFPs) Resolve and respond to contractual related Supplier issues and/or questions Meet with Legal counsel to clarify and negotiate complex Sourcing contractual issues and or other Supplier concerns. Interpret contractual rights and obligations to business partner and Sourcing Specialist Contract Compliance: Ensure that current Verizon standard language, including updated terms and conditions, is added to all contracts, as appropriate Manage supplier dispute resolution through formal or informal dispute resolution channels Review and interpret Sourcing and Corporate Policy requirements Responsible for consultation and escalation to senior management of current and potential issues. You'll need to have: LLB, LLM, or BCL or equivalent Degree. Telecom Network or IT experience. Experience in contract management or category sourcing position. Experience negotiating & managing agreements with significant annual spend. Project management experience. Experience in managing multiple concurrent deliverables. Strong understanding of procurement contract clauses and principles. Strong understanding of procurement contract risks and how to mitigate those risks. Excellent contract drafting skills in areas of Statement of Work (SOW) Even better is you have : Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) from the Institute of Supply Chain Management, or equivalent Certifications from the National Contract Management Association, or equivalent: Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM, Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM) or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute Lean Six Sigma experience and/or certification. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. What you’ll be doing... Verizon’s Services seeks a dynamic professional in Roaming who is interested in joining our team. This Strategic Planning Roaming Negotiator position will play a lead role in supporting Verizon's mobile subscribers and IoT (Internet of Things) businesses through the creation of contracts which optimize expenses and maximize revenue generation opportunities, ultimately growing margin and shareholder value. In addition, this position will play a critical role in representing Verizon’s commercial and technical position in industry forums such as the GSMA. A key aspect of the Roaming role is building collaborative relationships with our internal business partners and strategic relationships with our suppliers. The Business Development and Strategic Planning Manager will actively manage multiple time-sensitive requests, effectively interface with all levels of management while ensuring the sourcing process is completed consistent with Verizon policies and goals. The Business Development and Strategic Planning Manager is accountable for the overall relationship with International Wireless Operators (Mobile Network Operators - MNOs). The key focus will be negotiating new roaming, permanent roaming and outbound eUICC agreements; international roaming customer experience; roaming cost structure, and creating opportunities for inbound roaming revenue. Success in this position will require a proactive leader with strong analytical and negotiating skills, exceptional stakeholder awareness and engagement, and a mix of strategic and tactical thinking. Responsibilities: Develop a strategic plan for the MNO partners in your region over a multi-year time horizon, collaborating with internal stakeholders and MNO partners to bridge the gap between strategy and execution of that plan. Negotiate commercial terms of roaming, permanent roaming and outbound eUICC agreements (new and amendments to existing agreements), including establishing relationships with Roaming Contacts at other MNOs. Contract administration, including working closely with legal counsel to create and amend contracts consistent with business principles agreed to between the operators. Relationship management, including resolving commercial issues which will require partnership with technical, marketing and finance organizations (e.g. network, operations, revenue assurance, finance, marketing), including driving projects to completion. Identify contract improvements, simplifications and optimization opportunities to drive better outcomes, including contacting frameworks. Manage supplier relationships, effectively maintaining positive and ethical working relationships. Proactively engage to assess and drive expense mitigation actions, such as Steering of Roaming and coverage planning. Be a trusted partner and SME related to international roaming to the enterprise (VCG, VBG and Corporate). Understand Verizon’s position regarding 5G and IoT as it pertains to commercial and technology requirements, and represent Verizon’s position at industry forums, such as the GSMA. The Business Development and Strategic Planning Manager will be expected to formulate pricing recommendations designed to preserve/improve Verizon competitiveness while protecting profitability. This may require financial analysis and/or business case development of alternative scenarios and recommendations to management, including creating concise decks/presentations for review with senior management. What we’re looking for... You’ll need to have: Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience. Experience in the Roaming and/or Wireless telecommunications industry specifically in Carrier Management of MNOs. Experience in a fast-paced dynamic International environment. Experience with direct negotiations. Experience in contract negotiations to include business, price and technical terms. Experience in drafting contract documents required for the establishment of business content elements. Even better if you have: A degree. Knowledge of Strategic Sourcing processes, policies, and procedures. Knowledge and experience with GSM and/or LTE Roaming. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management, Finance, Sourcing or a Technical discipline. Ability to influence decision makers. Experience with Project Management in a complex multi-project and multi-geography environment, delivering to time, cost and quality. Good interpersonal and client service skills. Self-motivated/self-starter with ability to work independently. Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint & Word. International travel may be required (25%). If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above. Why Verizon? Verizon is committed to maintaining a Total Rewards package which is competitive, valued by our employees, and differentiates us as an Employer of Choice. We are a ‘pay for performance’ company and your contribution is rewarded through competitive salaries, performance-based incentives and an employee Stock Program. We create an opportunity for us all to share in the success of Verizon and the value we help to create through this broad-based discretionary equity award program. Your benefits are market competitive and delivered by some of the best providers. You are provided with a full spectrum of health and wellbeing resources, including a first in-class Employee Assistance Program, to empower you to make positive health decisions. We offer generous paid time off benefits to help you manage your work-life balance and opportunities for flexible working arrangements. Verizon provides training and development for all levels, to help you enhance your skills and develop your career, from funding towards education assistance, award-winning training, online development tools and access to industry research. You will be able to take part in volunteering opportunities as part of our environmental, community and sustainability commitment. Your benefits package will vary depending on the country in which you work. Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. 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When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the V Team Life. As a Business Process Specialist for Global Sourcing, Supply Chain and Sustainability, you will work closely with the lead business process architect based in the US on new or optimized processes supporting the end-to-end operations for contracts and pricing data management in our ERP systems (SAP / S/4 HANA based). You will have the responsibility to create or update processes, partnering with GTS (Verizon IT) to design and integrate the technology to support the business process. When changes in technology tools are needed, you will create the business requirements, work through design, testing, training and implementation for the needed solution. You will work in a cross-functional and cross-organizational environment (including Third-party partners) to facilitate and deliver the business solutions needed. You will be responsible to: Understand operational business processes and opportunities across Global Sourcing, Supply Chain and Sustainability in the area of contracts and pricing data management. Conduct, design and build business process models based on best-in-class operations. Identify, own, and drive resolutions to gaps in the lifecycle delivery processes. Lead and guide cross-functional, internal and external teams to create and deliver complex, integrated solutions to meet our business processes and requirements. Create and execute test plans to perform integrated testing and/or user acceptance testing for different bug fixes and/or project releases Create and deliver training to end users. Develop, train and transition to production support teams after implementation and stabilization. What we are looking for: You have a passion for ensuring that systems are error-free and the right technical solutions are used to address business challenges. You enjoy working in a dynamic environment and can balance competing demands and priorities. You'll need to have: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience Techno-functional experience with SAP tool suites (particularly S4 HANA in Source to Pay functions) Experience in leading cross functional teams with understanding of how business and technical requirements interweave to create product solutions Knowledge of systems development life cycle within a large global enterprise environment Ability to manage and balance business and technical requirements Experience in communicating (written and spoken) highly technical, multi-faceted solutions to business partners in a simple, understandable manner Ability to manage competing priorities Demonstrated interpersonal communication, organization and project management skills Experience using OpenText (previously Micro Focus) ALM (Application Lifecycle Management) for testing and defect management Experience using Google G-Suite Applications and Microsoft Office Applications Even Better if you have: Master’s degree Successful experience with strategic solutions and/or systems integration design and solutions SAP Certification in SAP Sourcing / Procurement / Contracts Where you’ll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Diversity and Inclusion We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr
