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AVP-Network Sourcing

Location: ID

Level: Managerial

Employment Status: Permanent

Department: Group Strategic Sourcing

ROLE PURPOSE:

As sourcing experts for technology (i.e RAN, Core, Transport); plan, strategies, manage, negotiate (price and contractual agreements), undertake sourcing activities (RFP/RFQ); supplier selection, partner management including partner performance review, post contract management, timely delivery of purchased system & communication to supplier WITH THE OBJECTIVE OF achieving company's business & financial goals, by ensuring the best TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) is secured within the values and vision of PT IOH.

SCOPE:

• Discuss and capture stakeholders to ensure all requirements are captured before RFP. Advise & ensure the stakeholders in order to in-line with the sourcing policies & procedures (SOPP). Ensure all requirements are captured in the contract and signed before the award.
• Lead negotiation with both potential and incumbent vendors with clearly defined requirements (scope of works) from stakeholders.
• Communicate and eliminate possible deviations from SOPP in terms of purchasing in all phases/milestones.
• Negotiate with incumbent vendors for any underperformance & damage claims (in a fair commercial settlement).
• Validate user requirements and the related business justification.
• Liaise with the Contract Management team to ensure that all stakeholders' requirements are correctly reflected in the contract draft before execution.
• Contract creation and revision of existing contracts in the Sourcing system (including all necessary annexes and appendices) to secure the company's goals.
• Monitor the performance of vendor/contractor in ongoing projects (together with the stakeholders).
• Lead negotiations with incumbent vendors for damages and claims to reach fair commercial settlements.
• Identify improvements to processes, policies, tools, and templates required to drive improved outcomes.
• Escalate issues and propose recommendations to management to accelerate the closing of issues and/or implementation of improvement steps.
• Provide regular reports for the management dashboard.
• Manage the relationship with vendors as well as internal users and become the main contact/key person for vendors and internal users.

Qualification:

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or a related field with strong technical and industry knowledge. A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications in RAN Network (i.e RAN, Core, Transport) will be an additional advantage.
• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or a related field such as telecommunication or IT (Planning, Deployment, Operation). Experience in the telecommunications industry is preferred, with at least 3 years in a managerial or lead role.
• Integrity: Demonstrates high standards of personal and professional integrity.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities with both qualitative and quantitative expertise.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to apply logic and reasoning to evaluate and identify strengths and weaknesses in alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders, management, and suppliers, maintaining a collaborative attitude and strong work ethics.

Related Experience: Finance, legal, and Project Management related experience are an additional advantage.

Skills:

• In-depth understanding of technical products, services, and solutions, with the ability to manage the procurement of complex technical components.
• Experience with managing suppliers for high-tech or specialized equipment, understanding technical specifications, and assessing technical proposals.
• Strong interpersonal communication, negotiation skills, and analysis.
• Knowledge of procurement software applications (e.g., Coupa, SAP, Oracle Procurement, etc.), and proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English, with the ability to present and articulate arguments clearly and confidently.