Job Information
Dish Network Staff Strategic Sourcing Manager in LITTLETON, Colorado
Company Summary
DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite television service, live-streaming and on-demand programming, smart home installation services, mobile plans and products and now we are building America’s First Smart Network™.
Today, our brands include EchoStar, Hughes, DISH TV, Sling TV, Boost Mobile and GenMobile.
Department Summary
Surpassing network limitations of the past, our Wireless Deployment organization is building the country’s first cloud-native, standalone 5G wireless network. This is the foundation of a connected world flexible enough to satisfy all the social, economic and transformative needs of today and the future.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
This role leads strategic sourcing projects for the end-to-end Supply Chain, including Contract Management, New Product Introduction, Purchasing, and Category Management. Responsibilities include competitively sourcing goods and services, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with department leaders to establish corporate procurement standards for building the 5G wireless network.
Key Responsibilities:
Negotiate and competitively source a variety of categories such as goods, software, and services, managing RFx and supplier contracts to meet business needs
Negotiate contracts for maximum value, identifying cost-saving opportunities with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Develop and implement contract management strategy at an enterprise level
Leverage existing policies and procedures and/or set-up contract administration policies and procedures for effective contract lifecycle management
Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to source products effectively and support internal customers
Manage vendor relationships and develop strategies to create value for DISH Wireless
Oversee end-to-end purchasing process, including goal development, budgeting, requisition creation, and vendor management
Address complex issues, evaluating various factors to create solutions
Develop and enforce procurement policies at DISH Wireless, ensuring ethical business transactions and compliance with regulations like Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX)
Some travel may be required
Skills, Experience and Requirements
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in a procurement-related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and commodity management
Skills and Qualifications:
Strong negotiation skills and experience in the Wireless industry preferred
Knowledgeable in sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing principles and practices
Proven track record in driving procurement savings and building cross-functional partnerships
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Project management skills, highly organized, and attention to detail
Familiarity with ERP systems, database management, and office software
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Salary Ranges
Compensation: $96,250.00/Year - $137,500.00/Year
Benefits
We offer versatile health perks, including flexible spending accounts, HSA, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, career opportunities, and a flexible time away plan; all benefits can be viewed here: DISH Benefits .
The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, and competencies; compensation is based on the role's location and is subject to change based on work location. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check.
The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.
We pride ourselves on developing and promoting talent as an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer - Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are a true merit-based organization and work hard so there are no artificial barriers to one's potential success. DISH is committed to a workforce where everyone's opportunities are limitless.
Consistent with this commitment, DISH will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to otherwise qualified job applicants and employees with known physical or mental disabilities, unless doing so poses an undue hardship on the Company, poses a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others, or is otherwise not required by law.
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