Telecom Expense (TEM) Manager

Requisition Number: 157171

Position Title: Contingent

External Description:

Telecom Expense Manager (12 Month Contract)

 

We are EA

We entertain millions of people across the globe with the most amazing and immersive interactive software in the industry. But making games is hard work. That’s why we employ the most creative, passionate people in the industry.

 

The Challenge Ahead:

The Telecom Expense Manager position is primarily responsible for supporting the management of the company's fixed telecom inventory, which includes but is not limited to inventory management (full life-cycle), oversight of procurement processes, development of analytical reports and internal customer support. This position also supports the invoice management, dispute resolution and product / service optimization efforts. You will also assist in contract and rate compliance, policy development and related projects.

 

What a Telecom Expense Manager does at EA:

• Assist in sourcing EA global TEM package including requirements gathering and vendor evaluation
• Manage and operate EA global TEM software package
• Cost forecasting and monthly reporting
• Continuously audit spending to eliminate vendor billing errors and identify savings opportunities
• Creation of Purchase Requests and Purchase Orders
• Receipting of Service against Purchase Orders
• Verify orders have been provisioned accurately and completed by carriers, and follow through on billing starts and stops, along with tracking through internal procurement system
• Analyze actual versus budget variance and provide accurate commentary
• Work directly with carrier partner representatives to resolve outstanding issues in a timely and accurate manner
• Partner with finance and purchasing organization to develop timely and accurate inventory and activity reporting
• Documentation of Telecom Expense Management operational processes
• Manage relationships and accounts with EA telecoms vendors

 

The next great EA Telecom Expense Manager also needs:

• 7+ years professional experience in telecommunications administration services
• Previous experience with TEM software is required, preferably Sakon, Calero or Asignet
• Full lifecycle experience of telecom expense management process
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and Google Sheets (pivot tables, macros, v-lookups)
• Working knowledge of the telecom industry & understanding of technologies and acronyms
• Experience with service provider portals such as CenturyLink & Verizon
• Experience of Oracle E-Business Suite
• Knowledge of procedures for invoice management and accounts payable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with limited supervision

 

We appreciate the work contractors provide, so here at EA we like to offer you great facilities while you are working onsite including:

• Free onsite gym
• Two annual parties (Summer & Christmas)
• Onsite cafe
• Our very own barista
• Games Area

 

We thought you might also want to know more about our location:

• • https://www.ea.com/careers/careers-overview/guildford  

Take your career to the next level – apply today!          

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Community / Marketing Title: Telecom Expense (TEM) Manager

Company Profile:

Electronic Arts Inc. ist ein weltweit führender Anbieter interaktiver Unterhaltungssoftware. EA bietet Spiele, Inhalte und Online-Dienste für internetfähige Spielkonsolen, Personalcomputer, Mobiltelefone und Tablets an.

EEOText: EA engagiert sich für Chancengleichheit und Gleichstellung. Alle Personalentscheidungen werden unabhängig von Ethnie, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, Abstammung, Geschlecht, Geschlechtsidentität oder ausgelebtem Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, genetischer Information, Religion, Behinderung, Krankheit, Schwangerschaft, Familienstand oder Veteranenstatus getroffen. EA sorgt außerdem für die durch geltendes Gesetz vorgeschriebenen Anpassungen am Arbeitsplatz für Individuen mit anerkannten Behinderungen.

Days Open: 55

Can this position be remote?:

EEO Employer Verbiage:

EA engagiert sich für Chancengleichheit und Gleichstellung. Alle Personalentscheidungen werden unabhängig von Ethnie, Hautfarbe, Herkunft, Abstammung, Geschlecht, Geschlechtsidentität oder ausgelebtem Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Alter, genetischer Information, Religion, Behinderung, Krankheit, Schwangerschaft, Familienstand oder Veteranenstatus getroffen. EA sorgt außerdem für die durch geltendes Gesetz vorgeschriebenen Anpassungen am Arbeitsplatz für Individuen mit anerkannten Behinderungen.