Lead Technical Sourcing Management Hybrid- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Denver, CO
ConfidentialAbout Forged Fiber At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence. The Role The Lead Construction & Engineering Sourcing Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category strategy across construction, engineering, network infrastructure, equipment, field services, and capital projects. This role serves as the senior sourcing lead supporting large-scale build programs and enterprise infrastructure initiatives, partnering closely with Engineering, Construction, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams. The position drives sourcing excellence through competitive procurement strategies, supplier performance management, contract negotiations, risk mitigation, and cost optimization while providing leadership and mentorship across the sourcing organization. The Main Responsibilities What We Look for in a Candidate Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top-tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results. Work Location Hybrid- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX and Denver, CO Main Requirements Strategic Construction & Engineering Sourcing Lead complex sourcing initiatives supporting network expansion, infrastructure deployment, facility construction, and capital improvement programs. Develop sourcing strategies for construction contractors, engineering firms, network installation providers, equipment suppliers, materials, and field service partners. Manage competitive RFP, RFQ, and bid processes to maximize value, quality, and supplier performance. Lead contract negotiations for MSAs, construction agreements, engineering services, EPC contracts, and Statements of Work. Category Management Own category strategies across construction, engineering, materials, equipment, logistics, and field operations. Develop multi-year sourcing roadmaps aligned to business growth plans and capital investment objectives. Monitor market conditions, labor availability, commodity pricing, contractor capacity, and industry trends. Identify opportunities for standardization, supplier consolidation, and total cost reduction. Supplier Performance & Governance Manage strategic relationships with key construction, engineering, and infrastructure suppliers. Establish supplier scorecards, KPIs, service levels, and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). Drive supplier accountability for safety, quality, schedule performance, cost management, and compliance. Lead corrective action plans and continuous improvement initiatives with critical suppliers. Contract & Commercial Management Negotiate commercial terms, pricing models, service levels, warranties, and performance guarantees. Partner with Legal and Risk teams to mitigate commercial, operational, and supplier-related risks. Support claims management, contract amendments, dispute resolution, and change order governance. Ensure contractual compliance across construction and engineering engagements. Capital Program Support Partner with Engineering and Program Management teams to support large-scale construction and network deployment initiatives. Develop sourcing strategies that improve project delivery timelines and contractor readiness. Support long-range planning for…