Lead Supply Chain Planning Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Benefits

Employee wellness programs

Employee discounts on AT&T plans

Job summary

AT&T seeks a Lead Supply Chain Planning Analyst in Dallas to optimize supply chain performance through data-driven analysis, planning, and cross-functional coordination of inventory, demand, and supply across suppliers and product categories.

You will lead significant initiatives, collaborate with senior leadership, and mentor team members, delivering long-term plans and cost-efficient operations. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
• Five or more years of related experience.
• Certification may be required in certain areas.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis and Forecasting: conduct data-driven analyses for inventory, demand, and supply planning.
• Inventory Management and Optimization: maintain inventory levels and improve turnover.
• Supplier Relationship Management: monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with procurement, production, finance, sales, and others.
• Logistics Coordination: coordinate distribution of inventory.
• Process Improvement: implement improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Strategic Planning: lead projects with autonomy and develop long-term plans.
• Leadership and Influence: present recommendations and mentor others.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Inventory management

Demand forecasting

Supplier management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Five+ years experience

Certification may be required

Job description

This position requires 5 days a week onsite

Relocation is not offered for this position

Location: Dallas, TX

Lead Supply Chain Planning Analyst

Overall Purpose

Optimizes supply chain performance through data-driven analysis, strategic planning, and coordination of inventory, demand, and supply planning across multiple suppliers and product categories. Ensures efficient, timely, and cost-effective supply chain operations.

Who You Are

You are an experienced supply chain professional recognized for your broad and in-depth expertise. You creatively resolve complex business challenges, lead significant projects with strategic autonomy, and influence decisions through actionable insights and recommendations.

You work effectively across functions, frequently collaborate with senior leadership, and mentor less experienced team members. You can develop and implement long-term plans that have a meaningful organizational impact.

What You’ll Do

• Data Analysis and Forecasting: Conduct data-driven analyses to support inventory, demand, and supply planning. Develop SKU-level demand forecasts and purchase forecasts.
• Inventory Management and Optimization: Develop and implement strategies that maintain appropriate inventory levels, improve inventory turnover, and support efficient inventory distribution.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and collaborate with suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with procurement, production, finance, sales, and other stakeholders to align supply chain strategies with organizational objectives and support seamless operations.
• Logistics Coordination: Coordinate logistics activities to support the timely and cost-effective distribution of inventory.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements that increase supply chain efficiency, improve performance, and reduce costs.
• Strategic Planning: Lead significant projects with a high degree of autonomy and develop long-term plans that affect the broader organization.
• Leadership and Influence: Present recommendations, influence executive-level decisions, and provide guidance or mentorship to less experienced team members.

What You’ll Bring

• Broad and in-depth knowledge of supply chain planning, inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier management.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data and translate findings into practical business recommendations.
• Experience developing SKU-level demand and purchase forecasts.
• Ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects with strategic autonomy.
• Strong supplier relationship management and performance-monitoring skills.
• Effective collaboration, communication, and executive-influencing capabilities.
• Ability to identify and implement long-term process and operational improvements.
• Experience mentoring or providing functional guidance to less experienced professionals.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired.
• Five or more years of related experience.
• Certification may be required in certain areas.

Supervisory Responsibility

• No direct supervisory responsibility.
• May lead projects and mentor or provide functional guidance to less experienced team members.

Job Contribution

Experienced professional recognized as a subject-matter expert. Creatively resolves complex issues using broad and in-depth knowledge. Leads significant projects with strategic autonomy, influences executive decisions, and implements long-term plans that affect the organization. Frequently collaborates with senior leadership and mentors less experienced employees.

Our Lead Supply Chain Planning Analyst 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 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

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Regular

Location: Dallas, Texas

Salary Range: $118,800.00 - $178,200.00

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