# Overseas Purchasing Manager (Telecom / A2P SMS & Voice)

> Far Out Scout · São Paulo, Brazil · — · Posted 2026-01-20

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Far Out Scout

## Description

### Company Background

Our client is a China-based **IoT and telecommunications solution provider** with operations serving customers globally.

They design, manufacture, and export **cellular modules (2G/3G/4G/5G)**, smart metering boards, GPS trackers, OBD devices, and cloud platforms that connect millions of devices worldwide. The company operates certified facilities aligned with **ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949** standards and maintains in-house manufacturing, testing, and after-sales engineering capabilities.

They serve **300+ customers across more than 80 countries** and are focused on delivering reliable, scalable solutions for connected-device and telecommunications projects.

### Role Overview

The Overseas Purchasing Manager is responsible for **local telecom market intelligence, operator resource development, procurement coordination, and supplier relationship management**, with a focus on **A2P SMS and voice services**.

This role supports overseas market expansion through supplier sourcing, cost optimization, and ongoing partner management.

**Location:** Brazil  
**Industry Focus:** Telecommunications / A2P SMS & Voice

## Requirements

### Key Responsibilities

### Market Intelligence & Opportunity Identification

-   Collect and analyze **local telecommunications market information**, including trends, opportunities, and operator dynamics.
-   Provide timely feedback and insights to support procurement and commercial decision-making.

### Operator Resource Development & Procurement

-   Develop and manage **local telecom operator resources** (SMS and voice).
-   Maintain long-term supplier relationships with a focus on **cost reduction and procurement efficiency**.
-   Support the achievement of procurement targets through effective negotiation and supplier coordination.

### Coordination & Support

-   Assist management with **ad hoc or temporary tasks** related to procurement, supplier engagement, or market expansion.
-   Actively support procurement processes to ensure **closed-loop execution** from sourcing to delivery.

### Qualifications

### Education & Experience

-   College degree or above.
-   **2-4 years of work experience**.
-   Minimum **2 years of experience with telecom operators** or peer operator companies is preferred.
-   Strong local market familiarity in **Brazil**, with access to **operator resources**.

### Skills & Capabilities

-   Strong **business negotiation and supplier relationship management** skills.
-   Ability to independently manage supplier coordination and drive procurement processes to completion.
-   Good understanding of **telecom operator ecosystems**, particularly **A2P SMS and voice**.

### Language Requirements

-   **English:** Good listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.
-   **Chinese:** Preferred but not mandatory.

### Compensation & Benefits

-   **Annual Salary Range:** RMB 100,000 – 200,000
-   **Payment Structure:** 12 monthly payments

### Preferred Background

-   Proven experience in **operator development and commercial negotiations**.
-   Prior employment with a **telecom operator**.
-   Industry background in **A2P SMS & Voice services**.

## Apply

[Apply at Far Out Scout](https://apply.workable.com/faroutscout/j/632C136041/apply)

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