Location: Only Europe Work Mode: Permanent remote Industry: Telecom / Cloud Communications / CPaaS About the Role We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and optimize telecom sourcing across key Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets. In this role, you will build and manage strategic partnerships with telecom operators and Communication Service Providers (CSPs), drive commercial negotiations, and ensure cost-efficient, high-quality procurement of cloud communication services. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Technical teams to align procurement strategy with business growth and product requirements. Key Responsibilities Channel & Partnership Development Build and manage strategic partnerships with telecom operators and CSPs across key APAC markets Develop a diversified, stable, and high-performance international telecom supplier network Maintain continuous communication with partners to strengthen long-term collaborations Procurement Negotiation & Cost Control Lead pricing, commercial, and SLA negotiations with APAC suppliers Balance cost optimization with profitability and service quality Monitor market trends and pricing dynamics to adjust sourcing strategies and control overall procurement costs Supplier Management & Risk Mitigation Build, maintain, and optimize the APAC supplier database Implement structured supplier segmentation and performance evaluation (service quality, delivery reliability, compliance) Draft, review, archive, and supervise the execution of supplier contracts Identify and mitigate operational, compliance, and partnership risks, including contingency planning Demand Coordination & Business Support Collaborate closely with Sales and Product teams to align procurement resources with business needs (Voice, SMS, data transmission, etc.) Work with Technical teams on supplier onboarding, product testing, and quality assurance Ensure procured services meet technical, quality, and regulatory standards Market & Industry Insight Track APAC cloud communications regulations, technology trends, and competitive landscape Collect supplier intelligence and market benchmarks to support procurement strategy and product innovation Qualifications & Requirements Experience & Industry Knowledge Minimum 5 years of experience in telecom, cloud communications, or a related industry Previous experience with leading CPaaS providers (e.g. Telesign, BICS, CM or similar) is highly preferred Hands-on experience in procurement, channel management, account management, or routing operations Strong understanding of telecom operator partnership models across key APAC markets Solid knowledge of procurement processes, cost structures, and quality benchmarks for core CPaaS products (Voice, Messaging, DIDs, WhatsApp Business, eSIM, APIs) Skills & Competencies Strong analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities Proven ability to work cross-functionally in an international environment Willingness to travel short-to-medium term within the APAC region Language Requirements Professional working proficiency in English Mandarin proficiency is a strong advantage Eligibility Valid work authorization in the designated base location