When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing...

As a Channel Partner Consultant, you will be responsible for the development and execution of sourcing strategies to achieve the best total value for our National Retail and Indirect Sales channels. You will work in an agile way, ensuring we secure the best outcomes for our indirect sales agents and distributors while maintaining the integrity of our global standards.

Manage the seven steps of sourcing, including spend analysis, market research, and RFX management specifically for Channel Partner requirements.
Support Senior Managers in drafting and managing contract-related documents such as Statements of Work (SOW), Letters of Authorisation (LOAs), and master lease agreements.
Perform detailed financial and business analysis of supplier proposals to support the development of Verizon’s supply base and VCG growth trajectory.
Partner closely with Sales Operations, CSO, Finance, and Legal teams to translate business needs into actionable sourcing requirements.
Execute Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities for assigned channel partners and distributors, ensuring contract performance and ethical working relationships.
Leverage market dynamics and provide benchmark data to help the leadership team mitigate risk and optimise partnership performance.

What we’re looking for...

You are a strategic problem solver who pays attention to detail and acts as a change agent. You have the analytical mindset to dive deep into data but the interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

You’ll need to have:

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.
Experience in Strategic Sourcing or Supply Chain.
Relevant experience in Foundational knowledge of channel partner models, including referral/reseller ecosystems or distributor agreements.
Strong understanding of legal language and terminologies related to contracting.
Proficiency in analytical tools (e.g. Excel, Google Suite) to conduct spend and bid analysis.

Even better if you have:

Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CIPS, or CSCP.
Certification in Lean Six Sigma.
Previous experience in a fast-paced, matrixed global environment.
Experience supporting high-level negotiations through data modelling and presentation preparation.
Willingness to continuously learn new tools, solutions, and emerging technologies.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.

Channel Partner Consultant

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