Vendor Manager

Vendor Manager – Fulfillment (US Telecom Market) 📍 Remote | Full-Time 

Koscom Cable Inc. is a U.S.-based telecom construction company operating in 30+ states, specializing in fiber construction, FTTH, MDU, aerial, underground, and fulfillment projects.

We are looking for a Vendor Manager with hands-on fulfillment experience — someone who understands field operations, knows how to work with both crew companies and individual technicians, and can build a subcontractor pipeline from the ground up.

 Key Responsibilities

Sourcing — Finding & Attracting Subcontractors

• Actively source qualified telecom subcontractors: both crew companies and individual technicians (1099 / sole proprietors)
• Build and maintain a structured vendor pipeline by region and scope (drop bury, FTTH installs, MDU, aerial, etc.)
• Close regional coverage gaps through proactive outreach

Vendor Management & Performance

• Maintain ongoing communication with subcontractor partners
• Monitor performance and coordinate feedback with Operations
• Support rate negotiations — with both companies and individual technicians
• Scale high-performing vendors into new markets and scopes

Compliance & Documentation

• Collect and track required documentation: W-9, COI, licenses, safety documents
• Monitor insurance expiration dates and compliance statuses
• Coordinate NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs with internal teams

Operational Support

• Emergency sourcing of crews and technicians when capacity is short
• Coordinate vendor readiness ahead of upcoming projects
• Match subcontractor capabilities with specific project requirements

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in vendor management, B2B partnerships, sourcing, or telecom operations
• Fulfillment experience — understanding of field crew dynamics, technician management, and the pace of fulfillment projects
• Experience working with both subcontractor companies and individual technicians
• Experience with the U.S. market
• Confident in negotiations and business communication
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple regions simultaneously

➕ Nice to Have

• Experience in telecom construction, fiber, or infrastructure projects
• Understanding of OSP / FTTH / MDU / drop bury scopes
• Experience reviewing COIs and understanding insurance requirements
• Sourcing experience via LinkedIn, industry boards, referrals, Facebook groups, or similar platforms

KPIs / Success Metrics

• Number of activated subcontractors (companies + individual technicians)
• Reduction in coverage gaps by state
• Onboarding cycle time
• Vendor retention rate
• Compliance accuracy (no expired documentation)
• Response time on emergency sourcing requests

 Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonuses
• Growth opportunities

Why Koscom?

• Direct exposure to the U.S. telecom market in fulfillment operations
• Part of a growing nationwide operation
• Direct impact on company scalability
• Clear path toward a leadership role

If you understand the pace of fulfillment projects and know how to source and mobilize technicians or crews on short notice — we'd love to connect.