Overseas Purchasing Manager (Telecom / A2P SMS & Voice)
Company Background
Our client is a China-based IoT and telecommunications solution provider with operations serving customers globally.
They design, manufacture, and export cellular modules (2G/3G/4G/5G), smart metering boards, GPS trackers, OBD devices, and cloud platforms that connect millions of devices worldwide. The company operates certified facilities aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 standards and maintains in-house manufacturing, testing, and after-sales engineering capabilities.
They serve 300+ customers across more than 80 countries and are focused on delivering reliable, scalable solutions for connected-device and telecommunications projects.
Role Overview
The Overseas Purchasing Manager is responsible for local telecom market intelligence, operator resource development, procurement coordination, and supplier relationship management, with a focus on A2P SMS and voice services.
This role supports overseas market expansion through supplier sourcing, cost optimization, and ongoing partner management.
Location: Brazil
Industry Focus: Telecommunications / A2P SMS & Voice
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Market Intelligence & Opportunity Identification
- Collect and analyze local telecommunications market information, including trends, opportunities, and operator dynamics.
- Provide timely feedback and insights to support procurement and commercial decision-making.
Operator Resource Development & Procurement
- Develop and manage local telecom operator resources (SMS and voice).
- Maintain long-term supplier relationships with a focus on cost reduction and procurement efficiency.
- Support the achievement of procurement targets through effective negotiation and supplier coordination.
Coordination & Support
- Assist management with ad hoc or temporary tasks related to procurement, supplier engagement, or market expansion.
- Actively support procurement processes to ensure closed-loop execution from sourcing to delivery.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
- College degree or above.
- 2-4 years of work experience.
- Minimum 2 years of experience with telecom operators or peer operator companies is preferred.
- Strong local market familiarity in Brazil, with access to operator resources.
Skills & Capabilities
- Strong business negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
- Ability to independently manage supplier coordination and drive procurement processes to completion.
- Good understanding of telecom operator ecosystems, particularly A2P SMS and voice.
Language Requirements
- English: Good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
- Chinese: Preferred but not mandatory.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Salary Range: RMB 100,000 – 200,000
- Payment Structure: 12 monthly payments
Preferred Background
- Proven experience in operator development and commercial negotiations.
- Prior employment with a telecom operator.
- Industry background in A2P SMS & Voice services.