YOLONDA GLASS
@yolondaglass
Strategic sourcing and telecom procurement professional improving accuracy, cost, and compliance for large infrastructure deployments.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven sourcing and telecommunications professional focused on procurement, vendor management, contract compliance, and order provisioning. I bring strength in RFx processes, strategic supplier sourcing, and cross-functional collaboration to support large-scale infrastructure projects and keep deliveries on track.
In my current role as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist IV, I serve as a single point of contact for interconnection and edge initiatives, managing 30–35 monthly orders with 90%+ first-pass accuracy. I source telecom network services through RFx (including dark fiber, DIA, IP transit, colocation, and cross-connects) and validate pricing and contract terms to ensure compliance with rate cards and service schedules.
Previously, I supported contract and provisioning operations by aligning supplier order forms to Master Carrier Service Agreements (MCSA), improving order accuracy, reducing costs, and minimizing delays. I’ve maintained SLA compliance through proactive tracking, stakeholder communication, and issue resolution—while also training teams to strengthen QC standards and reduce errors.
Earlier in my career, I coordinated high-volume service installations and maintenance workflows, managed communications between customers and technicians, and ensured data integrity through precise documentation. Across roles, I’ve consistently streamlined order lifecycle processes for VoIP, MPLS, VPN, and cloud services—bringing process improvement, risk mitigation, and disciplined execution under tight deadlines.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Served as the single point of contact for Microsoft CI&A Interconnection & Edge, managing 30–35 monthly orders with 90%+ first-pass accuracy. Sourced telecom network services via RFx and ensured pricing/contract compliance using Ariba and internal tracking systems.
Contracts Management Specialist
TDS Telecommunications
Aug 2023 - Sep 2025 (2 years 1 month)
Reviewed supplier order forms and contracts to ensure alignment with Master Carrier Service Agreements (MCSA), improving order accuracy and reducing delays. Maintained SLA compliance through proactive tracking, communication, and issue resolution.
Coordinated high-volume U-verse service installations and maintenance repair requests, ensuring timely completion of customer orders. Managed communications between customers, technicians, and internal teams while maintaining data integrity and providing proactive updates.
Coordinated sourcing and provisioning for VoIP, MPLS, VPN, and Cloud services while training vendors on sourcing procedures and ITIL compliance. Audited and corrected circuit records to ensure precise order documentation and accurate service delivery.
Managed 50+ weekly circuit orders across the full lifecycle from order entry to installation, streamlining provisioning to improve efficiency and SLA adherence. Collaborated with vendors and data center teams to ensure contract and RFQ compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Systems
Earned a Bachelor of Science at Lamar University in Computer Systems.
AT&T Inc.
Six Sigma Green Belt, Six Sigma
2013 -
Completed Six Sigma Green Belt training through AT&T in 2013.
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