Device Lifecycle Manager
Device Lifecycle Manager
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Job Description
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Time Type:
RegularJob Description :
POSITION SUMMARY:
Cogeco is expanding into the Canadian mobile services market while accelerating momentum in the U.S. with Breezeline Mobile. We are seeking a Wireless Device Lifecycle Manager to join our team of innovators and visionaries.
Reporting to the Director Wireless Partners Devices & Loss Prevention this role oversees the endtoend lifecycle of wireless devices accessories and SIM cards. Key responsibilities include managing Certified PreOwned (CPO) and new phone programs tradeins mobile device financing insurance and protection plans reverse logistics warranty support and SIM card product management.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in supply chain management wireless device operations and SIM card management with a proven ability to collaborate across internal teams and external partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee the full lifecycle of wireless devices accessories and SIM cards from partnering with procurement and activation to decommissioning and disposition ensuring alignment with business objectives. Manage budgets effectively prioritizing initiatives
Manage Certified PreOwned (CPO) and new phone programs collaborating with OEMs (Apple Samsung Google) on device roadmaps software updates and endoflife planning.
Lead tradein and reverse logistics programs optimizing device intake refurbishment resale and sustainable disposal in partnership with thirdparty vendors.
Develop and manage SIM card strategies including inventory forecasting replenishment network compatibility and transitioning to eSIM technology in collaboration with Engineering and IT teams.
Enhance mobile device financing and leasing programs working with finance teams to analyze pricing models subsidy strategies and affordability options for customers.
Oversee insurance and protection plans ensuring seamless claim processing and improving customer experience in partnership with thirdparty providers.
Manage warranty and repair programs ensuring efficient inwarranty and outofwarranty service while collaborating with OEMs and vendors to improve repair and replacement processes.
Optimize inventory and supply chain operations ensuring accurate forecasting demand planning and costeffective procurement of devices accessories and SIM cards.
Monitor vendor performance and process efficiency driving improvements in tradein programs financing insurance claims and reverse logistics through datadriven decisionmaking.
Analyze device and SIM card performance metrics including activation rates return rates failure rates and customer satisfaction identifying opportunities for process improvement.
ACADEMIC TRAINING
Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management Telecommunications or a related field.
WORK EXPERIENCE
710 years of experience in wireless device operations SIM card product management vendor management and related areas such as tradein programs financing insurance or warranty support.
Strong expertise in vendor negotiations contract management SLAs and partner relationship management with experience working with OEMs carriers insurance providers and logistics vendors.
Experience with largescale SIM card deployments eSIM adoption strategies device protection programs and knowledge of wireless carrier operations vendor performance management and mobile device management (MDM) platforms.
SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset along with the ability to work across diverse environments (remote warehouses offices). This hybrid role requires a minimum of one inoffice day per week.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional teams and external vendors/partners and clearly convey technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends opportunities for improvement and apply creative problemsolving to overcome challenges.
Selfmotivated and quick learner with a solid understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies in retail and channel management and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs.
Strong negotiation skills to manage vendor relationships optimize procurement costs and secure favorable service level agreements (SLAs).
Collaborate crossfunctionally with Sales Marketing Supply Chain IT and Finance leveraging strong influencing skills to gain stakeholder buyin and align device lifecycle strategies with business objectives.
Location :
Burlington ONCompany :
Cogeco Connexion IncAt Cogeco we know that different backgrounds perspectives and beliefs can bring critical value to our business. The strength of this diversity enhances our ability to imagine innovate and grow as a company. So we are committed to doing everything in our power to create a more diverse and inclusive world of belonging.
By creating a culture where all our colleagues can bring their best selves to work were doing our part to build a more equitable workplace and world. From professional development to personal safety Cogeco constantly strives to create an environment that welcomes and nurtures all. We make the health and wellbeing of our colleagues one of our highest priorities for we know engaged and appreciated employees equate to a better overall experience for our customers.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
