Overview:
Our Wireless Technology team is pioneering the future of connectivity. We're developing and enhancing a unique hybrid network model-combining our advanced, cloud-native 5G core with the nationwide reach of our partners. This approach ensures our network is flexible and powerful, designed to satisfy the social, economic, and transformative needs of the changing world.
Responsibilities:
EchoStar seeks a Senior Manager for its Corporate Transport Sourcing Team, comprised of 7-10 exceptional members. Responsible for sourcing all transport network and data center connectivity, crucial for the entire corporation. Guide the future of EchoStar's Transport network across the nation and around the globe, prioritizing innovation and data-directed decision-making. Join us in truly changing The Way The World Communicates.
Key Responsibilities:
* Hire, develop, and manage a team of Transport Sourcing Managers
* Develop and guide the sourcing, contract management, negotiation and supplier management strategies and practices of the team
* Manage all aspects of transport "Request for Proposals", RFPs, to achieve a best techno-commercial solutions for EchoStar business units and overall corporation
* Establish and manage Objectives and Key Results(OKR) of the organization to ensure cost and quality control and effective executive reporting
* Assess the risk of potential and current vendors and develop risk mitigation strategies and business continuity plans
* Analyze industry trends to proactively identify risk and opportunities that can be exploited to benefit EchoStar
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
* BS or MS in Engineering, Business, Finance, Legal or technical degree; or equivalent combination of wireless transport experience and education
* 8+ years of experience managing teams in a service/communications provider/transport environment
* 5+ years of managing and negotiating transport RFPs
Skills and Qualifications:
* Excellent negotiation skills and proven track record of decision-making ability
* Technical understanding of transport networks
* Deep understanding of tools and software used in building and presenting financial models and project management
* Deep understanding of OSP and ISP construction practices and standards
* The ability to work fully on-site in Littleton, CO during core business hours
Visa sponsorship not available for this role
			
			
			
			
			
				
					
					
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