Network Procurement Officer
Hybrid (Brisbane, Queensland)Full-time - PermanentPosted 4w ago
About the role
Role focused on sourcing infrastructure, colocation, network and internet services to ensure a high-performing, scalable, and commercially efficient network aligned with Megaport’s global expansion.
Responsibilities
- Regularly engage with network operators in the APAC/ANZ region and support the EMEA and NAM regions as part of a team.
- Lead the analysis and preparation of business cases to support network expansion initiatives.
- Assist in negotiating and managing agreements with suppliers to secure favourable terms.
- Contribute to the development of the annual cost of goods sold (COGS) budget.
- Collaborate with Finance to prepare monthly COGS reporting, including value-added commentary.
- Provide monthly reporting on key performance indicators relating to network costs.
- Engage with Network Engineering and Operations teams to develop and support network strategies and improvements.
- Identify and support initiatives that improve the performance, scalability, and commercial efficiency of the network.
- Assist with the negotiation and administration of supplier agreements.
- Maintain accurate procurement and vendor records.
- Support special projects and strategic initiatives as directed by management.
Qualifications
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement, vendor management, or business development within telecommunications or a related field.
- Experience managing contracts and suppliers, ideally across multiple vendors and regions (APAC, EMEA, NAM).
- Commercial understanding of network transport, internet transit, and data centre services.
- Familiarity with networking concepts and technologies (e.g. OSI model) preferred.
- Confidence reviewing contractual terms and engaging with suppliers on commercial discussions.
- Strong analytical and financial skills, with experience in budgeting or cost analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.
- Proven ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks, demonstrating strong self-motivation and effective time management, particularly when working remotely or across different time zones.
Skills
Required:Procurement and vendor managementContract managementCommercial acumen in network servicesNegotiationBudgeting and cost analysisAnalytics and reportingCommunicationTime management and organization
Benefits
- Flexible working environments
- Birthday Leave
- Generous study and training allowance + 5 days paid study leave
- Creative, fun, and contemporary workspaces
- Motivated team of industry experts and new talent
- Celebrated success with ‘Legend’ and ‘Kudos’ Awards
- Health and wellness program
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Megaport
Network as a Service, Data Center and Cloud Connectivity.
Megaport offers scalable bandwidth for public and private cloud connections, metro ethernet, Data Centre backhaul, and Internet Exchange Services.
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