What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in telecom procurement, OSP infrastructure, fiber optic deployment, or telecommunications network rollout projects.
• Previous hands-on involvement in telecom infrastructure programs in a Purchasing, Project Manager, or Project Director capacity.
• Demonstrated experience managing subcontractors and suppliers across multiple Brazilian states.
• Established network of regional subcontractors, particularly in the Northern and Northeastern regions of Brazil.
• Strong understanding of telecom civil works, fiber optic installation, tower infrastructure, MND/HDD, power systems, and network deployment standards.
• Ability to interpret incomplete technical BOQs and translate them into construction specifications, method statements, and acceptance criteria.
• Strong expertise in procurement execution, RFQ management, commercial negotiations, cost breakdown analysis, and supplier evaluation.
• Knowledge of Brazilian supplier compliance requirements, labor regulations, engineering certifications, and applicable tax obligations.
• Ability to prepare procurement reports and communicate effectively in English with international headquarters.

Key Technical Knowledge:

• OSP and fiber optic network deployment.
• Civil works, trenching, duct installation, pole and handhole construction.
• MND/HDD directional boring.
• Fiber blowing, splicing, and OTDR testing.
• Telecom towers and site infrastructure.
• HVAC, diesel generators, and -48V DC power systems.
• Brazilian regulatory and supplier compliance, including CNPJ, CNDT, FGTS/CRF, CND, CREA/ART, and applicable NR standards.
• Understanding of Brazilian tax regulations, including the transition from ICMS/IPI/PIS/COFINS to IBS/CBS.

What You’ll Do

1. Subcontractor Network Development 

• Identify, source, approach, and pre-qualify regional subcontractors across Brazil, prioritizing the Northern and Northeastern states.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of qualified suppliers, including company information, CNPJ, service coverage, technical capabilities, workforce capacity, and contact details.
• Establish a reliable supplier pool covering civil works, tower structures, HVAC, power systems, OSP infrastructure, directional boring, and fiber optic installation.

2.RFQ Management and Procurement Execution 

• Prepare and manage end-to-end Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes.
• Translate client BOQs and technical requirements into comprehensive procurement packages in Portuguese and English.
• Coordinate supplier clarifications, collect quotations, and ensure detailed cost breakdowns from all bidders.
• Lead bid evaluations, commercial negotiations, supplier onboarding, and contract coordination.

3.Technical Standards and Scope Clarification

• Review and interpret technical BOQs, identifying missing specifications and construction requirements.
• Define construction methods, material specifications, and acceptance criteria for civil works, trenching, concrete, MND/HDD, fiber splicing, power systems, HVAC, and network retrofits.
• Prepare technical method statements and acceptance checklists.
• Coordinate with clients and subcontractors to obtain written approval of technical specifications before finalizing pricing.

4.Cost Analysis and Price Evaluation

• Develop should-cost models and regional cost benchmarks to assess supplier quotations.
• Evaluate detailed cost structures, including labor, equipment, materials, transportation, accommodation, overhead, profit margins, and applicable taxes.
• Conduct comparative bid analysis and assess price competitiveness and reasonableness.
• Identify regional cost variations and potential tax implications affecting long-term contracts.

5.Reporting and Stakeholder Coordination

• Provide weekly procurement reports in English to the headquarters procurement team.
• Monitor sourcing progress, quotation status, pricing benchmarks, and procurement risks.
• Support contract negotiations, SLA and penalty definition, and supplier handover to project delivery teams.