Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related experience
5+ years in telecom cost analysis, carrier relations, pricing, or procurement
Strong knowledge of telecom products/services including Ethernet, IP, Wavelengths, and Dark Fiber
Excellent negotiation and written/verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze problems, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
Creative problem-solving skills for project complexities
Responsibilities
Review and respond to internal quote requests for competitive off-net service pricing
Negotiate rates and SLA terms with third-party providers
Maintain contracts and update rate cards and network information
Track performance and quality of off-net services
Develop strong relationships with third-party providers
Research new off-net opportunities
Handle invoice approvals and billing validations
Contribute to month-end accounting and financial reporting
Benefits
Core values focusing on teamwork, integrity, and excellence
Collaborative and talented team culture
Work/life balance prioritized
Comprehensive health benefits package
Generous vacation and paid holiday schedule
401K retirement plan
Full Job Description
Network Cost Quoting Specialist
This position is based will base in one of our offices in Charlotte, NC, Longview, TX or EL Paso, TX. Hybrid in Office 3 days a week Tuesday - Thursday
The position is a unique opportunity to
Join a company that designs, builds, and operates new-technology-based telecom networks in the education, healthcare, enterprise, and carrier industries throughout the U.S.
Work in a challenging, entrepreneurial environment that maintains the highest levels of integrity and reliability when partnering with organizations that share our vision and commitment to performance excellence.
What you will be doing
Review and respond to internal quote requests and provide competitive pricing for off-net services.
Negotiate rates, terms, conditions, and SLAs with third-party providers to ensure compliance with policy and objectives.
Assist with maintaining contracts, update rate cards, building lists and network maps, escalation lists, and other vendor information.
Track and report on the performance and quality of off-net services.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with third party providers fostering trust and collaboration.
Research and evaluate new off-net opportunities and providers, expanding network coverage and capabilities.
Responsible for invoice approvals including validation of billing to contracts, escalations/CPI, reconciliations, disputes, and wrongful billing.
Maintain off-net inventory and contribute to optimization activities.
Month-end accounting/financial responsibility for responsibilities to include accruals, variance analysis and presentation of results.
Ad-hoc projects and requests as needed.
What you will need
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related experience.
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in telecom cost analysis, carrier relations, pricing or procurement or equivalent experience.
Strong knowledge of telecom products and services to include Ethernet, IP, Wavelengths and Dark Fiber.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Communicate effectively and influence internal resources and external stakeholders at all experience levels.
Ability to analyze and define problems, prioritize workflow, multitask, meet deadlines, and remain flexible.
Ability to think through project dependencies and complexities to find creative ways to solve potential problems.
What we offer
Core values that embody teamwork, integrity, and excellence
A super talented team who values hard work, success, and fun :)
Work/ Life Balance
Premium health benefits (medical, dental, vision, flex spending, etc.)
Flexible and generous Vacation schedule + paid Holiday schedule and Wellness/sick Time
