Specialist, Technology Sourcing - Cell Site Backhaul

This role requires working on-site five days per week. Remote work is not available for this position. T-Mobile is unable to sponsor a work visa for this position.

About the role

This role supports the strategic procurement of circuit and connectivity solutions for T-Mobile's nationwide cell site network. As part of the All Backhaul Technology Procurement team, the Specialist works alongside a Sr. Category Manager, driving sourcing activities across a portfolio of regional and national telecommunications vendors — including CLECs, ILECs, and emerging broadband providers. Success is measured by speed and accuracy of contract execution, contribution to cost savings, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent vendor engagements in a high-volume procurement environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute competitive sourcing processes — RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs — for cell site backhaul circuits including fiber, Ethernet, and satellite broadband across assigned vendor and geographic portfolio
• Draft, negotiate, and execute contractual documents including Master Service Agreements, service orders, and amendments with telecom vendors ranging from large national carriers to small regional providers
• Support the National Site Development (NSD) program by sourcing and contracting backhaul connectivity for new cell sites on a continuous weekly cadence
• Contribute to the cell site contract renewal program — managing vendor bids, comparative analysis, and contract execution to drive cost savings
• Maintain and update procurement trackers and contract management systems to ensure accurate, real-time visibility across the portfolio
• Support vendor performance management through business reviews and SLA/billing escalations
• Collaborate closely with Transport Engineering as the primary internal customer
• Other duties and projects as assigned by management

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent
• Acceptable areas of study include Telecommunications, Business, Supply Chain, or Information Systems
• 2+ years experience in a technology sourcing, telecom procurement, or related field
• Working knowledge of fiber, Ethernet, point-to-point circuits, DIA, and/or satellite broadband access technologies
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume procurement or contracts environment

Skills

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent procurement activities across a large vendor portfolio
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills — commercial terms, SLAs, pricing structures
• Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly Excel for bid comparisons and data analysis
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with engineering teams, legal, and external vendors simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce or similar procurement and contract management platforms
• Familiarity with data analytics tools or AI-powered platforms for procurement intelligence
• Exposure to MPLS, SD-WAN, or other enterprise connectivity solutions
• Experience supporting vendor performance management, business reviews, or SLA/billing escalations
• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel is required (rarely).

Pay

The base salary range for this position in Frisco, TX is $75,900 - $102,700. Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity: $72,270 - $130,350. National Base Pay Range: $65,700 - $118,500. The Total Target Cash Earnings Opportunity represents the expected total cash compensation for this role at target performance, combining base salary and annual incentive opportunity. Actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on individual performance and overall company results. The base pay range reflects the compensation component of this opportunity. The candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits

At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on individual and/or company performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock grants and employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays (about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually)
• Paid parental and family leave
• Family building benefits
• Back-up care and enhanced family support
• Childcare subsidy
• Tuition assistance and college coaching
• Short- and long-term disability
• Voluntary AD&D, accident, life, disability, and long-term care insurance
• Mobile service and home internet discounts
• Pet insurance
• Commuter and transit programs