Lead Sourcing Management

AT&T; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 119,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

AT&T is seeking a Lead Sourcing Manager for the U.S. Government subcontracting team within the Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization.

You will manage, negotiate, monitor, and source technology supplier contracts to support government contracts, from RFP/Q information through to subcontract execution and closeout. You will develop procurement strategies with stakeholders, guide subcontractor management, and ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and other regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) required or preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in government contracting.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation, execution, and administration of complex subcontract agreements.
• Develop sourcing and subcontracting strategies for government contracts.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Identify and mitigate subcontracting risks per FAR/DFARS and CFR.
• Monitor subcontract performance and drive process improvements.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Vendor relationship management

Sourcing strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA)

Job description

At AT&T, you'll be empowered to create real change in an ever-expanding, connected world. As part of our U.S. Government subcontracting team, your impact will be to felt no matter how your work translates to our core goal of serving customers and transforming lives. We're fueled by a passion to provide innovative solutions and driven to connect the world in meaningful ways.

AT&T is seeking a Lead Sourcing Manager in the U.S. Government subcontracting area under our Global Supply Chain (GSC) organization. In this role, you’ll manage, monitor and strategically source technology supplier contracts in support of the U.S. Government. This will include everything from request for proposal, quote and information through to subcontract execution, management, and closeout. You’ll serve as an advocate of our company, both internally and with suppliers, to mitigate impacts of policy, reduce risk and drive successful outcomes through negotiation.

Overall Purpose

Optimizes procurement strategies by managing, negotiating, monitoring, and sourcing vendor and sub-contractor contracts to ensure cost-effective and efficient supply chain operations.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Subcontract Negotiation and Management: Lead the negotiation, execution, and administration of complex subcontract agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer requirements, regulatory obligations, and corporate procurement policies.
• Procurement Strategy Development: In close coordination with internal business stakeholders, develop and implement sourcing and subcontracting strategies that support government contract pursuits and program execution, optimize supplier selection, enhance competitiveness, and drive cost, schedule, and performance objectives.
• Subcontractor Management: Establish and maintain strategic relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, oversee subcontractor performance throughout the contract lifecycle, and facilitate collaboration to ensure successful program delivery.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Identify, assess, and mitigate subcontracting risks while ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local procurement laws and regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), state procurement codes, contract flow-down requirements, and internal governance policies throughout the subcontract lifecycle.
• Performance Monitoring and Process Improvement: Monitor subcontract performance metrics, analyze sourcing and procurement effectiveness, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, strengthen governance, and improve subcontract management outcomes.

Job Contribution

An experienced professional, recognized as an expert, creatively resolving complex issues with broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influencing executive decisions. Mentors less experienced staff, implements long-term plans impacting the organization, and frequently collaborates with senior leadership.

Supervisor

No

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.

Location

5 days / week in the office at AT&T office in Chantilly, VA or Columbia, MD, no relocation is available

U.S. Citizenship

Required

Clearance

Not required, but clearable if necessary

Our Lead Sourcing Management jobs earn between $118,800.00 - $178,200.00 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 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 LeaveAdditional 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

Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Regular

Location

Chantilly, Virginia, Columbia, Maryland

Salary Range

$118,800.00 - $178,200.00

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