AT&T

Director-Technical Sourcing

AT&T$191K — $287K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement of technical products or network services
  • Strong background in negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts
  • Proficient knowledge of DAS, in-building wireless, or venue connectivity technologies
  • Demonstrated experience in managing supplier performance and compliance
  • Proven track record of optimizing sourcing processes and operational efficiency
  • Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for DAS and venue connectivity solutions
  • Negotiate and manage complex commercial agreements with various stakeholders
  • Oversee supplier selection and performance management
  • Drive operational efficiency and transformation initiatives
  • Track budgets and performance metrics for contractual compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with business goals

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Generous paid time off (minimum of 28 days vacation plus holidays)
  • Long-term grants and deferred compensation
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Additional sick leave beyond legal requirements
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Disability benefits
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Wellness programs and employee discounts on AT&T services
Full Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is onlylocatedin 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 

In this role, you will lead and optimize the sourcing of technical products and services supporting Distributed Antenna System (DAS), in-building wireless, and venue connectivity solutions. You will own commercial strategy, contract negotiation, and supplier performance while ensuring alignment with network deployment plans, financial objectives, and regulatory requirements. Partnering closely with engineering, finance, legal, and network teams, you will translate technical requirements into scalable and cost-effective commercial outcomes. 

 

What you’ll do 

  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for DAS, in-building wireless, and venue connectivity solutions, ensuring cost-effective procurement and quality outcomes. 

  • Structure, negotiate, and manage complex commercial agreements with venue owners, carriers, neutral-host providers, and technical suppliers. 

  • Oversee supplier selection, rationalization, and performance management to support network expansion and 5G coverage objectives. 

  • Drive operational efficiency and transformation initiatives to optimize sourcing processes and support evolving network requirements. 

  • Track and manage budgets, schedules, and performance metrics to ensure contractual compliance and delivery against programobjectives.

  • Partner cross-functionallywith engineering, finance, legal, and network leadership to align sourcing strategies with business goals.

What you’ll need 

  • Expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement of technical products or network services. 

  • Strong experience negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts and agreements. 

  • Knowledge of DAS, in-building wireless, or venue connectivity technologies and deployment models. 

  • Proven ability to manage supplier performance, KPIs, and compliance requirements. 

  • Experience driving operational efficiency, transformation, or optimization initiatives. 

  • Ability to translate technical and network requirements into commercial and financial outcomes. 

 

What you’ll bring 

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

  • 10+ years of related experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or commercial leadership roles. 

  • Demonstrated success leading large teams, including supervision of managers and senior professionals. 

  • Proven ability to design and execute sourcing strategies aligned with organizational objectives. 

  • Experience influencing hiring, performance management, promotion, and compensation decisions. 

  • Background working in complex, regulated, or highly scaled environments preferred. 

 

Supervisor: Yes 

Our Director, Strategic Sourcing, earns between $191,400 - $287,200 annually. 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 Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 28 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) 

  • Long Term Grants and Deferred Compensation 

  • 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 

  

Ready to join our team? Apply today

#LI-Onsite – Full-time office role

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$191,400.00 - $287,200.00

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