AT&T

AVP-Technical Sourcing

AT&T$231K — $347K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of related experience in sourcing and procurement
  • Expertise in commercial negotiations and supplier management
  • Strong leadership experience overseeing large teams and senior professionals
  • Track record of driving operational transformation initiatives
  • Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) desired, advanced degrees preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic sourcing and procurement for technical products and services
  • Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies and supplier rationalization plans
  • Negotiate and manage complex contracts while ensuring compliance
  • Build executive-level supplier relationships and oversee performance management
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing effectiveness
  • Monitor KPIs and program performance against business commitments
  • Advise senior leadership on supplier strategies and commercial risk

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Paid Parental Leave and Caregiver Leave
  • Employee discounts on AT&T services
  • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
  • At least 28 days of Paid Time Off and 9 holidays
Full Job Description

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

AT&T will not hire any applicants for this position who require employer sponsorship now or in the future.


Job Overview

The Assistant Vice President, Technical Sourcing is responsible for leading and optimizing the sourcing of technical products and services across AT&T. This executive leader will define sourcing strategy, oversee commercial negotiations, manage key supplier relationships, and ensure procurement activities align with business priorities, financial objectives, and regulatory requirements. The role partners closely with senior leaders across Technology, Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, and Operations to deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions that support AT&T’s long-term strategic goals.


What You'll Do

  • Lead strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives for technical products and services, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives, quality expectations, and cost targets.

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies, supplier rationalization plans, and competitive bid processes that maximize value and reduce risk.

  • Structure, negotiate, approve, and manage complex commercial contracts and subcontracts while ensuring compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.

  • Build and maintain executive-level supplier relationships and oversee supplier performance management, governance, and accountability programs.

  • Drive transformation and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance sourcing effectiveness, operational efficiency, and scalability.

  • Monitor budgets, schedules, KPIs, and program performance to ensure delivery against business commitments and financial targets.

  • Partner across business units to align sourcing initiatives with technology roadmaps, operational priorities, and strategic investments.

  • Advise senior leadership on contractual rights, obligations, supplier strategies, and commercial risk mitigation.


What You'll Need

  • Expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and commercial negotiations.

  • Strong experience leading large-scale sourcing programs involving technical products, services, or technology solutions.

  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier performance across enterprise environments.

  • Knowledge of procurement governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance requirements.

  • Track record of driving operational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills.


What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.

  • 10+ years of related experience.

  • Experience leading large teams, including supervisors, managers, and senior professionals.

  • Proven success developing departmental strategy, long-term objectives, and organizational alignment.

  • Ability to influence hiring, performance management, compensation, promotion, and talent decisions.

  • Experience operating within highly complex, matrixed organizations preferred.


Leadership Scope

Develops the organization’s philosophy, departmental strategies, and long-term goals aligned with overall business objectives. Typically leads large teams, directly supervising supervisors as well as senior staff. Plays a significant role in cross-functional initiatives across AT&T and is responsible for influencing employee hiring, disciplinary actions, promotions, and compensation decisions.

Supervisor: Yes

Our AVP-Technical Sourcing jobs earn between $231,700.00 - $347,500.00 USD Annual. 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
  • 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, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone
  • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$231,700.00 - $347,500.00

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203,000 employees
Market Cap
$131.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$5.1 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$171.7 billion
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