Lead Sourcing Management

Lead Sourcing Manager – Mass Market Supply Chain

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.

Location: Atlanta, GA, or Dallas, TX
Relocation: No relocation is offered

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Sourcing Manager to join our Mass Market Supply Chain organization, specializing in Broadband CPE and Transportation. The scope of this position may be broadened to include additional categories as required.

As Lead Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and strategically sourcing retail supplier contracts across the full process—from RFX (request for proposal, quote, and information) through contract execution. You will act as a company ambassador, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to minimize policy impacts, reduce risk, and drive successful outcomes through effective negotiation.

What you will do

• Build and deploy Broadband CPE and Transportation strategies aligned with clients’ needs for assigned categories
• Create and execute contracts, determine optimal contract terms and pricing, and drive savings
• Provide interpretation of terms and conditions of contractual obligations and act when contractual provisions are not met by the supplier (e.g., termination letters, bankruptcies, breach notifications)
• Negotiate contract modifications, quotations, revisions, terms, and conditions with suppliers
• Coordinate required approvals based on the document being negotiated
• Responsible for the review and administration of long-term and/or blanket purchase contracts
• Oversee contract issues, negotiations, and/or administration of licensing agreements including renewal, new business, and consolidations
• Develop financial models, including present mode of operation (PMO) and future mode of operation (FMO) comparisons
• May recommend strategic technical alternatives for planning, transformation, and evolution in support of corporate initiatives, customer demand, technology changes, economic and service reliability criteria
• Collaborate cross-functionally within a matrixed organization on projects that impact your category.

What you will bring

• Skilled in managing and leading major projects within complex organizations; Advanced Excel proficiency required
• Ability to exercise sound judgment when selecting methods and evaluation criteria for obtaining results or evaluating supplier responses
• Effective collaboration skills; ability to work across all levels of leadership
• Ability to stay current on market intelligence to assist in negotiation effectiveness
• Previous experience with or knowledge of assigned sourcing categories or category management
• Financial analysis and/or legal experience
• Ability to apply knowledge appropriately when evaluating new information technologies
• Resolution skills to address a wide range of sourcing issues
• Ability to manage intense workloads within short timeframes using a process‑oriented approach
• Strong leadership, negotiation, legal drafting of custom language, and communication skills
• Passion for and natural curiosity about consumer products; ability to work hard and overcome challenges
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment, common sense, a good sense of humor, and strong business acumen

What you will have

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA)
• Graduate degree in Business Administration with Procurement, Business Law, CPM, or Juris Doctor experience preferred 
• 5+ years of related experience
• 5+ years’ experience in the management of supplier relationships and contracts, a plus
• Business, cost management, and quality experience
• Skilled in creating Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and “What‑If” scenario financial modeling and analysis for comparative sourcing events

Our Lead Sourcing Management earns between $106,100 - $159,100 US Annual in Atlanta, GA; and between $118,800- $178,200 USD Annual in Dallas, TX. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.  

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage  
• 401(k) plan  
• Tuition reimbursement program for certain degrees 
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)  
• Paid Parental Leave  
• Paid Caregiver Leave  
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected  
• Adoption Reimbursement  
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)  
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance  
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal  
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)  
• Extensive employee wellness programs  
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories,

If you’re ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility.  Apply today!

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