Region Network Coordinator

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 4 years

Location: Chennai

JobType: full-time

The Region Network Coordinator will oversee the design, operation, and support of network infrastructure across multiple regional sites, including manufacturing facilities and corporate offices. This role focuses on managing L2/L3 networking, administering Cisco 9300/9500 platforms, supporting WLAN environments, and serving as the primary on-ground partner for resolving factory network issues. The position also includes responsibilities in budgeting, procurement coordination, and vendor management.

Network Operations & Support

• Administer and support Layer 2 and Layer 3 network components.
• Configure, operate, and troubleshoot Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9500 switch platforms.
• Maintain and optimize routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.
• Support and manage WLAN infrastructure including controllers and access points.
• Monitor network performance to ensure stability, uptime, and optimal functionality.
• Act as the regional point of contact for addressing and resolving factory network-related issues.
• Collaborate with global network teams and local IT to align with standards, policies, and best practices.

Project & Coordination Responsibilities

• Contribute to network design initiatives, system upgrades, and regional rollout projects.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers for network installations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, SOPs, and architecture records.
• Support modernization initiatives, segmentation projects, and network security enhancements.

Budgeting & Procurement

• Prepare annual and project-specific budget forecasts for network operations.
• Coordinate procurement for hardware, licenses, and professional services.
• Review vendor proposals, evaluate quotations, and monitor purchase orders.
• Maintain network asset inventory and assist with lifecycle and refresh planning.

Technical Skills

• Strong command of Cisco-based L2/L3 switching technologies.
• Hands-on expertise with Cisco Catalyst 9300 and 9500.
• Solid understanding of OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP routing protocols.
• Experience supporting enterprise WLAN environments.
• Familiarity with network monitoring tools and techniques.
• Good understanding of ACLs, VLANs, segmentation strategies, and NAC principles.

Professional Skills

• Excellent coordination, vendor management, and stakeholder communication abilities.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, particularly under high-pressure situations.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical details with both global teams and local stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing budgets, procurement documentation, and network reports.

Preferred Certifications

• CCNA / CCNA Enterprise
• Cisco Wireless (preferred)
• ITIL Foundation (optional)

Experience

• 4–7 years of experience in enterprise network operations.
• Experience working within manufacturing or factory environments is preferred.