Nevigate Communications (Nevigate) is an independent global network services and solutions provider headquartered in Singapore, with regional offices located in China, Hong Kong, Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates. Asia is our backyard and we possess deep knowledge of this market. Yet we constantly strive to build and strengthen our network of leading telecommunications partners across the globe to serve you better and with even more alternatives. Nevigate's unique high performance Virtual Network Overlay Platform offers to business customers a carrier-independent and carrier-neutral network, spanning more than 180 countries. This means you can trust us to connect your global IT network, while you focus on growing your businesses with your customers. At Nevigate, our Secured Internet and Connectivity solutions will be tailored to your business needs. The Role OBJECTIVES To drive improvement plans on suppliers' commitments. To improve the commercial terms with existing/new suppliers. To handle Contracts Management negotiations with suppliers globally. To monitor and measure Key Performance Indicators on suppliers. To build and engage a trusted long-term relationship with suppliers to achieve quality performances. To harmonize and work closely with internal teams to achieve overall efficiencies by driving our global suppliers' operation efficiencies to be aligned with Nevigate quality standards. RESPONSIBILITIES You will be responsible for Commercial and Pricing Support activities. Review Suppliers' costings proactively based on Sales Team feedback to identify cost reduction opportunities and implement relevant initiatives to achieve savings for the company. Responsible for Contracts Management with Suppliers. Conduct studies on costings from Suppliers versus Sales Quotations to Customers to ensure price competitiveness and margins are achieved. Work closely with the Sales Team to understand Customers' requirements, change in business operating environment to formulate strategies and value prepositions in the submission of bid winning proposals. Real-time update of Suppliers' pricings/cost schedules into Nevigate ERP system. Responsible for monitoring Suppliers' SLAs and compiling Suppliers' Escalation Contacts Matrix. Provide monthly updates on commercial activities and key milestone reporting on all commercial engagement activities. Manage Supplier risks and provide mitigation plan. Coordinate with other internal Teams such as Commercial, Finance and Provisioning to achieve seamless operation. To participate in ad-hoc projects as and when required by the Management. Issue PO Verify Purchase Invoice against PO Updates Intercompany transactions Monitor and follow up termination date of the circuits with the providers Ideal Profile CANDIDATE PROFILE Proficiencies: Strong analytical skills. Strong in conducting research for information and data. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to clearly articulate facts. Strong aptitude and excellent customer service. Strong negotiation ability. Excellent in mathematical calculations. Meticulous and good eye for details. Excellent skill in MS-Office (especially MS-Excel) is a MUST. Requirements: Degree in Business or IT. Good knowledge of Internet, Networking Technologies and Routing Equipment. Self-driven individual with strong business acumen. Ability to multitask and prioritise opportunities accordingly. Excellent communicator with ability to interact and dealing with different people of diverse cultures. Strong analytical skills and able to collate and interpret data from various sources to understand the market conditions and trends. Have a sense of ownership and responsibilities to see things through to completion. Thrives under pressure, consistently delivering high-quality work. Possesses a mature demeanor and able to work independently with minimal supervision. English proficiency (spoken and written) is a must; a second or third language will be an added advantage. Fluency in Mandarin is essential. Salary will commensurate with relevant work experience. What's on Offer? A role that offers a breadth of learning opportunities Work alongside & learn from best in class talent Fantastic work culture
