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This position serves as the Telecom & Network Portfolio Manager leading a team in the Information Technology Management Office responsible for the development and processing of all IT Telecom & Network contracts. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of both strategic sourcing and category management practices, experience in negotiating complex contracts/agreements, vendor management skills and demonstrated expertise within key areas, such as IT services (professional services/labor), IT Telecom & Network, IT and enterprise applications, and/or indirect spend. The Telecom & Network Portfolio Manager will evaluate market conditions, strategic supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models and price benchmarking and implement solutions by working with cross-functional internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on contract terms and conditions. In addition, you will analyze industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identifying supply base issues to minimize risk, protect the continuity of supply and capitalize on emerging opportunities. We welcome interested applicants who can help lead and manage procurement operations inside this exciting and unique environment.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Telecom & Network Portfolio Manager, managing and administering policy and procedure for the general operation of Department procurements for the Telecom & Network portfolio for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) Information Technology Management Office (ITPO).
• In collaboration with the IT Strategic Resourcing Procurement Manager, plans and develops aspects of portfolio and category creation and strategic sourcing, providing leadership and support to ITPO procurement staff for implementation of all sourcing initiatives to deliver productivity while at the same time enhancing customer service for end users and client agencies.
• Administers Department procurements through subordinate staff overseeing management of procurement of goods and services for DoIT and client agencies.
• Develops plans to strengthen cost containment and align resources to better leverage spending.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Serves as an official agency spokesperson to internal and external entities, vendors, contractors, public, private, and federal officials.
• In coordination with DoIT Supplier Diversity unit staff, ensures Business Enterprise Program (BFP) and Veterans Business Program (VBP) compliance and deliverables through subordinate personnel.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.\