MentorMate creates durable technical solutions that deliver digital transformation at scale by blending strategic insights and thoughtful design with brilliant engineering. MentorMate has completed over 1,500 projects and has global technological hubs in Europe and North and South America. With mature and established practices in enterprise web and mobile development, quality engineering, technical architecture, human-centered design, cloud, DevOps, data, and analytics, we provide contract-based career opportunities, competitive pay, and flexibility. MentorMate Paraguay was established in 2023 after the acquisition of Software Natura and is the Latin American headquarters of our global digital transformation consultancy efforts.
As part of global technology company Tietoevry Create, MentorMate enables people to work on impactful, global projects for recognizable brands and grow their careers in a team of over 10,000 experts.
Together with our sister company Infopulse, also part of Tietoevry Create, we are expanding our presence in Latin America and will be looking for experts in the telecom industry in Argentina. This collaboration aims to leverage our combined expertise to deliver exceptional digital transformation solutions in the telecommunications sector.
About the Role We are looking to hire a Senior Buyer Carrier & Colocation who will report directly to the Head of EMEA Carrier & Collocation Procurement or Head of Carrier & Collocation Procurement. You will play a vital part in supplier performance management, actively participating in regular review meetings and optimizing existing relationships to achieve better buying positions. Collaborating with stakeholders, you will define portfolio requirements and manage key supplier relationships, conducting evaluations, negotiating contracts, onboarding and implementing corrective action plans. Your role will involve managing purchase orders, service order forms, invoice checking, and authorization while effectively handling contract changes and renewals to ensure compliance and drive cost reduction initiatives.
ResponsibilitiesParticipate in regular supplier performance review meetings as necessaryReview and optimize existing supplier relationships to improve buying positionsStay updated on market trends and supplier productsAssist in evaluating, selecting, and onboarding new suppliersCollaborate with stakeholders to define portfolio requirementsManage key supplier relationships, including performance evaluations, due diligence, and corrective action plansMaintain Supplier Score Cards to track supplier performanceConduct negotiations and seek cost reduction opportunities with selected vendorsAnalyze and improve Master Service Agreements (MSA) and ensure contract complianceSupport the implementation and management of preferred supplier relationshipsDrive strategic RFIs, RFQs, and RFPsNegotiate commercial terms for new and existing colocation premisesResponsible for backbone and infrastructure quotesHandle quotations for in-house cabling in validated colocation facilitiesReview and validate requests, negotiate pricing, and secure purchase ordersPrepare and validate Service Order FormsCollaborate with Delivery for order placement and manage contract changesAct as the main commercial contact for third-party suppliersProvide support for expedited and escalated quotations and deliveriesManage dismantle orders and drive contractual renewalsMaintain accurate and valid third-party inventoryManage invoice disputes, perform invoice checking, matching, and authorizationRequirementsSolid and in-depth knowledge of the telecommunication sector and carrier marketProficient understanding of vendors and suppliers offering capacity products and servicesRelevant experience in the IT fieldStrong analytical skillsExceptional written, presentation, and verbal communication abilitiesCollaborative team player who embraces flexibility and adapts to changesCompetent in planning, with excellent organizational skills and effective decision-makingSelf-disciplined, persuasive, and proactive in taking initiativeFluent professional English MentorMate is a place of constant energy and personality. On the clock, we're technology experts and leaders that bring passion and knowledge to every project. Off the clock, we're an eclectic bunch of foodies, music buffs, artists, sports fanatics, karaoke pros, and outdoor enthusiasts. Global leaders in digital consulting, design, and engineering services, MentorMate and Tietoevry Create are equal-opportunity employers. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
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Remote Work Model Freedom to work remotely with a globally-minded team
Work in an experienced team using the latest technologies
Meaningful projects for recognizable brands
Direct communication with our teams
We strive to provide everyone working at MentorMate with plenty of opportunities to grow their career in the company and thrive in their professional development. That is why our dedicated learning and development team created the MentorMate Career Framework. Serving as a roadmap for the professional development of each team member, the Career Framework allows for exploring career growth opportunities in each department. It provides information about the skill requirements and is a universal tool for personal career planning, upskilling, and long-term and short-term goal setting.
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