Vendor Manager – Fulfillment (US Telecom Market)
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.
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.