Airtel - IT Sourcing - SCM

IT Sourcing- SCM

Purpose of the Job :

- Procurement of Global Bandwidth across data & voice segments with Backhaul, IP Ports, VSAT & Local loops for Bharti Airtel Ltd. and to implement best SCM practices including Commercial Modeling, Competitive bench marking & target pricing.

- To manage RFPs, Bidding, Negotiations, Contracting and SCM Governance.

- To drive the Opex cost reduction to meet or beat the AOP/ Budgets.

Deliverables (Maximum 5-6 key responsibilities) :

- Market knowledge of global carrier capacity/availability, negotiate/position Airtel to obtain ownership economics at global levels.

- Understanding of bandwidth segmentation and the key procurement methodologies (IRU/Lease/Dark fiber).

- Identification and development of key players in the fiber segment.

- Conduct RFIs/RFPs/Reverse Auctions to determine the right supplier and ensure the best overall value is obtained

- Partner assurance including identification, registration, evaluation, ratings and communication. Cost analysis & Innovation. Cost Optimization and innovation through continuous identification of Partners and alternate strategy.

- Process Compliance and periodic review for alignment with Business need. MIS and TAT implementation. Proper Documentation supporting the transactions as per laid down processes.

- Ensure strategies and subsequent procurement are done in accordance with supply chain policy

Major Challenges :

- Ensure Procurement on right Quality, Cost and Delivery Parameters.

- Efficient Sourcing and effective Procurement as per agreed TAT aligned with business goals

- Statutory Compliance, MIS and reporting.

- Working with Global teams internal & external.