National Network Deployment Manager

Aggregate function:  Technology
Business Area:  VT Network Development
Posting Country:  Greece
Date Posted:  11 Nov 2024
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. 

We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

What you’ll do

As a National Network Deployment Manager, your mission is to drive, implement the physical layer deployment for fixed according to Vf strategy, needs and demand. 
The role requires a broad aspect of implementing “Build Operate Run” of National Network. Execute network deployment ensuring Time To Market, cost-effectiveness and quality of delivery according to H&S guidelines including in life contract management (supplier KPI/SLA/Commercial/vouchers/credits) and procurement and logistic activities to ensure successful deployment of solutions.
We are looking for a Manager to create long-term, trusting relationships with our partners, vendors, subcontractors, customers and authorities.
•    Manages local fiber optic network rollout deployment projects 
•    Manage, Coordinate & Drive subcontractors for the project execution
•    Ensure that guidelines, standards & procedures on H&S are met on field 
•    Harmonize according to the local legislation, contractor controls, employee controls, and KPIs
•    Optimize the “cost model” and rollout efficiency by ensuring optimal partner & contract setup and providing best in class guidelines on technical process
•    Drive Third parties Vendor Strategy across countries by defining sourcing and contract management guidelines as well as performing vendor controls
•    Manage core sites passive infrastructure (civil, power, cooling) deployment activities
•    Manage fixed access passive and active infrastructure (copper interconnections and active equipment deployment activities) 

Who you are

•    Experience in a senior management role- managing disperse teams 
•    At least 3 years’ experience in Telecom Networks 
•    Master’s or Bachelor’s degree preferably in Telecommunications 
•    Technical experience in multinational companies and large matrix organizations
•    Strong written and verbal communications skills, in both Greek and English.  
•    Ability to adapt quickly in a fast-changing environment
•    Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
•    Problem-solving attitude
•    Ability to multi-task and prioritize job requirements.  Ability to cope with complex projects and tight deadlines 
•    Self-motivated (takes initiative)
•    Think Simple. Focus effort and challenge complexity and provide simpler solutions. Communicate in a way that is easy to understand 

Not a perfect fit?

Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role, and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What's in it for you

•   Competitive pay, bonus & remuneration package 
•   Private Health & Medical Insurance  
•   Hybrid way of working: a blend of 60% remote and 40% office-based working, including the option to work up to 20 days from abroad 
•   Remote work equipment to help you create a comfortable, ergonomic workspace at home 
•   Unlimited access to learning resources and trainings 
•   Vodafone Parental Leave: 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave to all employees regardless of gender, sexual orientation or length of service  
•   Spirit of Vodafone Day: one day each quarter dedicated to your personal development 
•   Extra days off: Vodafone Day, Family Day, Volunteering Day 
•   Needless to say, we cater for your communication wherever you are 
•  Office amenities (subject to the office location): such as restaurant, beauty corner, gym and parking 
•  Special employee offers and discounts 

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Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.