Lead Technical Sourcing Management Emerging Technologies

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

No relocation is offered.

Location:

Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, Bedminster, NJ, and Chicago, IL.

Build what’s next by shaping the technology partnerships that power a more connected world. At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected landscape—and your sourcing strategy will help accelerate innovation across areas like cloud, AI/ML, Internet of Things, and automation.

In this role, you’ll lead end-to-end technical sourcing for emerging technologies—setting the strategy, selecting the right suppliers, and negotiating agreements that enable cross-functional programs. You’ll bring a strong point of view on the market, balance cost, risk, and compliance requirements, and influence decisions that support long-term business outcomes.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for emerging technologies (cloud, AI/ML, Internet of Things, and automation) that align to business and technical roadmaps.
• Lead supplier selection activities, including market research, competitive comparisons, and stakeholder alignment to support technology adoption.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier agreements to deliver favorable commercial terms, clear deliverables, and measurable outcomes.
• Own ongoing supplier management—performance reviews, issue resolution, and adherence to security controls and contractual obligations.
• Partner with business unit and cross-functional teams to provide cost analysis, risk assessments, and recommendations that inform executive decisions.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and proactively manage sourcing risks to support compliance and continuity.

• Technical sourcing and procurement expertise for emerging technology categories (e.g., cloud, AI/ML, Internet of Things, and automation).
• Contract negotiation and supplier agreement management (including commercial terms, service levels, and deliverables).
• Supplier performance management, including governance rhythms, scorecards/metrics, and remediation planning.
• Cost analysis and total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling to support sourcing recommendations.
• Risk management across technology sourcing (e.g., third‑party risk considerations, compliance alignment, and continuity planning).
• Working knowledge of security controls and how they are incorporated into supplier onboarding and contractual obligations.

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
• Certification is required in some areas.
• Experience leading significant sourcing initiatives with strategic autonomy and measurable business impact.
• Experience influencing executive decisions through data‑driven recommendations and cross‑functional alignment.
• Experience mentoring or guiding less experienced staff through complex sourcing work.

Our Lead Technical Sourcing Management earns between$130,700 - $196,100 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 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
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