DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for network equipment, IT systems, software, and engineering services.
Collect and compare quotations, technical specifications, and commercial terms.
Build tender analysis reports for Executive review.
Conduct basic supplier assessments (quality, delivery performance, compliance).
Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and service conditions with suppliers.
Support cost‑reduction initiatives through competitive bidding and market research.
Maintain negotiation records and provide analysis to Executive team.
Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems.
Ensure accuracy of order details, delivery dates, and contract terms.
Coordinate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies, delays, or quality issues.
Work closely with engineering, operations and finance teams to clarify requirements and ensure smooth procurement processes.
Track delivery schedules and communicate status updates to project teams.
Maintain procurement data, supplier information, and price lists.
Prepare reports on cost trends, supplier performance, and purchasing activities.
Support audits and compliance checks.
Assist in improving procurement workflows and documentation.
Contribute to standardization of purchasing procedures and tools.
QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably in telecommunications, IT, or related technical industries.
Hands‑on experience in vendor selection, price negotiation, and delivery coordination.
Basic understanding of network equipment, Data center related equipment, or technical services.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel (quotations, cost comparison, data analysis).
Ability to read and understand contracts and technical specifications.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Experience working with telecom carriers, network equipment vendors, or system integrators.
Familiarity with procurement processes for network infrastructure (wireless, optical, IP).
Strong understanding in Data center operations and colocation service.
Strong market knowledge and relationships.
Knowledge of import/export procedures or logistics.
Experience supporting RFP/RFQ processes.
Certified Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), SCMP (Supply Chain Management Professional) or CPP (Certified Purchasing Professional), APICS CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) and CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Detail‑oriented with high accuracy in documentation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Flexibility to match custom deployments and projects.
Proactive problem‑solving and follow‑through.
Collaborative mindset and willingness to support team objectives.
Benefits · Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage · Basic Life Insurance and AD&D · Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance · Flexible Spending Account (FSA) · 401(k) with company match · Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, sick, and floating holidays; plus 13 paid holidays · Tuition Reimbursement Program · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) · Wellbeing Solutions Program KDDI America, headquartered in New York, is the US presence of Japan's KDDI Group, a Fortune Global 500 company and leading provider of international IT and communications services.
KDDI America was established in 1989 and started as a telecommunications business supporting Japanese multinationals.
We have now evolved into a company that provides networks, data centers, system integration, as well as managed service solutions across all industries.
Our ability to customize solutions in a major city offering scalability and service that are unparalleled set KDDI America apart from the competition.
We provide Ethernet network uptimes of more than 99.999% between regions and guaranteed high performance no matter where.
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