Jorge Rodriguez
About Jorge Rodriguez
Jorge Rodriguez is a Category Manager for the Internet of Things at TELUS in Toronto, Canada, with 20 years of experience in communications and high tech firms.
Current Role at TELUS
Jorge Rodriguez is currently serving as the Category Manager for the Internet of Things at TELUS. He started this role in October 2019 and operates out of the Toronto, Canada Area. In this position, he focuses on managing the procurement and strategic sourcing for IoT-related categories within TELUS, a leading telecommunications operator.
Previous Experience at TELUS
Before his current position, Jorge Rodriguez worked at TELUS as a Vendor Manager from 2017 to 2019. During his time in this role, he took responsibility for vendor relationship management, ensuring optimal performance and contract compliance from key suppliers. His extensive background in strategic sourcing and category management bolstered his performance in this role.
Experience at Rogers Communications
From 2014 to 2017, Jorge Rodriguez was the Sourcing and Contracts Lead at Rogers Communications. In this role, he led the sourcing and contracting processes across various categories. His key responsibilities included negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing compliance, which directly contributed to the company's procurement efficiency.
Roles at Accenture Inc.
Jorge Rodriguez had a significant tenure at Accenture Inc., where he held various roles. From 2006 to 2014, he was involved in Strategic Sourcing and Category Management in Toronto, ON, Canada. Earlier, he served as a Procurement Manager in Vancouver, BC, Canada, from 2004 to 2005. His work at Accenture provided him with a solid foundation in strategic sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
Overall Experience in Telecommunications Industry
With 20 years of experience in communications and high-tech firms, Jorge Rodriguez has substantial expertise in the telecommunications industry. His background includes roles in strategic sourcing, category management, vendor management, and contract negotiations. This diverse experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of both the operational and strategic aspects of telecommunications procurement and vendor management.