Associate - Category Sourcing Network.Global… at MTN Uganda · Dubai…

Associate - Category Sourcing Network.Global Sourcing and Supply Chain

Location: Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end sourcing for network operations including maintenance, managed services, and L3 support.
• Consolidate RFx demand and execute sourcing events aligned with operational requirements.
• Translate technical and operational requirements into comprehensive RFx and SoW documents.
• Evaluate supplier proposals with a focus on operational capability, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate with suppliers to optimize service levels and reduce total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with network operations teams to ensure sourcing strategies align with service delivery goals.
• Support contract formulation and transition of RFx outcomes into operational agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide market intelligence on telecom operations vendors and pricing trends.
• Participate in agile sprint planning and contribute to sourcing process improvements.

Required Skills & Competencies

Core Competencies

• RFx Management and Tendering – Intermediate
• Vendor Evaluation and Negotiation – Intermediate
• Contract and Commercial Management – Beginner to Intermediate
• Telecom Network Operations Knowledge – Intermediate
• Cost Modelling and TCO Analysis – Beginner

Supporting Competencies

• Agile Methodology – Beginner
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement – Intermediate
• Data Analysis and Reporting – Intermediate
• Team Collaboration – Beginner

Technical Competencies

• Active/Passive Network Maintenance Sourcing – Intermediate
• Managed Services Procurement – Intermediate
• HW/SW Level 3 Support Sourcing – Beginner
• Telecom Vendor Landscape Knowledge – Intermediate
• ERP Tools (SAP, ARIBA, Oracle) – Intermediate

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecom Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain or equivalent (preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in telecom network operations and/or procurement.
• Proven experience in sourcing network maintenance, managed services, and technical support.
• Familiarity with telecom vendor ecosystems and pricing models.
• Experience in large telecom groups or multinational telecom environments.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
• ITIL Foundation or equivalent in service management
• Professional Scrum Master (PSM)