Connectivity Procurement Professional

TITLE Connectivity Procurement ProfessionalFlexible Working / Hybrid – 3T2WWhy BT BusinessWith over 175 years of heritage, BT is now the flagship business brand of BT Group. We've brought together our best people and capabilities into a B2B powerhouse serving 1.2 million business customers internationally.We're a global leader for secure connectivity and collaboration platforms for businesses of all shapes and sizes, from big household names and government departments, right through to sole traders and new start-ups. But it's not just the technology that matters, it's what it can do to help them build stronger, smarter, more secure businesses.We value diversity and inclusion and believe in making a positive impact. We connect for good by championing digital inclusion and equipping people, businesses, and communities with digital skills to thrive.As a member of our team, you will be part of an organisation that celebrates difference, fosters innovation and provides you with opportunities to be your best. With millions of businesses relying on us daily, joining BT means you can be part of a diverse and multi-skilled team that makes a significant impact to society.About the roleThe Procurement Professional is responsible for providing inputs and executing the procurement plan and activities in BT's Category Management, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Business Partnering practice. This role develops and executes procurement frameworks, policies and procedures. This role collaborates with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement competency and deliver value to BT and its customers.You'll have the following responsibilities.StrategicSupport the development and execution of category plans and sourcing activities, in collaboration with stakeholders and suppliers, and deliver those plans using the appropriate procurement processes and sourcing levers.Build and maintain category knowledge, apply best practices around sourcing approach, supplier selection, total cost of ownership and negotiation tactics.OperationalDeliver business improvements and category plans and savings through planning and execution of sourcing, bid support, supplier management and risk management activities.Ensure bids, sourcing and commercial activities, including contractual terms and conditions, service definitions and SLAs.Collaborate with regional and industry teams, execute and deliver category plan & sourcing activities against key metrics.Adhere to required procurement processes and activities, in line with other procurement teams.Collaborate/support with internal and external stakeholders to deliver the business objectives and create long-term value through sourcing, procurement processes and governance.Activities:Execute category plan and performance, in collaboration with stakeholder community and suppliers, leveraging best practice procurement approaches and tactics, support regional and CFU implementation.Drive and deliver end-to-end sourcing projects including complex contractual and pricing models.Execute business improvements through the optimisation of commercial, design and process levers that minimise the Total Cost of Ownership.Develop and deliver policies and frameworks underpin products and service delivery.Co-ordinate with regional category teams, to deliver service and performance targets.Collaborate with other procurement teams and BT stakeholders to deliver brilliant outcomes for BT and our customers.Maintain relationships with key suppliers, negotiate commercial and contractual arrangements utilising the latest contracting tools, templates and terms and conditions, ensure required performance and contractual obligations are met, while incorporating innovative improvement initiatives.You'll have the following skills and experience.3-5 years' experience within the Procurement function, with strong strategic and tactical procurement skills, and the ability to deliver value and results for BT.Strong business knowledge of Telecommunications industry and specific to Network connectivity that includes data, voice and accommodations space & power.Strong knowledge of Latin American telecom suppliers, their products and services and regional network offerings.Multilingual proficiency – English, Spanish and Portuguese.Most frequently used Telecom commercial models, product lifecycles and partner programmes required to deliver portfolio and customer requirements.Demonstrates a track record of value adding capability and deliver against key metrics.Effective relationship management skills & ability to influence decision making with senior stakeholders within a matrixed environment.Ability to manage complex, strategic and commercial requirements between BT and Suppliers, deliver projects and results on time and in full.Demonstrates effective continuous improvement skills that exceed customer expectations.Who is BT GroupWe're the leading communications provider with customers in 180 countries. Across the world we enable customer's digital transformations so they can thrive. Our focus is simple: be the global provider-of-choice for managed network and IT infrastructure services.Why this job mattersThe Procurement Professional supports in the implementation of procurement strategies for complex projects across the BT Group's spend categories, delivering procurement of material / services through the identification of needs and execution of purchasing according to established agreements.What you'll be doingSupports the development of the annual Procurement plan and budget.Executes the consolidation of purchase needs and seeking synergies that will create economies of scale to reduce purchase cost.Reviews the vendor market to identify suppliers that meet BT Group compliance and governance criteria, providing alternatives and ensuring supply chain resiliency.Supports the preparation of RFPs (request for proposals) based on the technical requirements, market trends and BT Group's business standards.Supports in the evaluation, assessment, and negotiation of RFP's based on specifications set, identifying areas of concern and proposing ways for mitigation, proposing the preferred vendor, and providing solid rationale for the selection of the most efficient solution for the BT Group.Supports the timely delivery of materials and services to users and resolution of standard issues with vendors/providers.Supports the development of management reports regarding the progress and results of the Procurement plan, execution progress and cost.Supports in the implementation of ways to improve working processes within the area of commercial procurement.The skills you'll needBudgetingNegotiationContract ManagementCommercial AcumenDigital SavvyDecision MakingGrowth MindsetForecasting, Planning & BudgetingLooking in:Leading inclusively and SafelyI inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty and integrity.Owning outcomesI take the right decisions that benefit the broader organisation.Looking out:Delivering for the customerI execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.Commercially savvyI demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.Looking to the future:Growth mindsetI experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organisation.Building for the futureI build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.BT offers a superior global and diverse culture that fosters health and wellness for their employees.Competitive salary and on-target bonus planTraining and development opportunitiesCareer progression in BT Security and across BT with our internal development programmeAnnual leave as per the local country leave agreementBT values and supports diversity in all its manifestations. We want our workforce to fully represent the communities and customers we serve, because a diverse business is a better business. We value every colleague, their diversity, and the contribution they make. We do not allow any form of discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, skin color, nationality, religion, sexual preference, physical or mental disability, and/or any other group protected by law. When we say you're welcome at BT, we really mean it.
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