Lead Technical Sourcing Management Emerging Technologies

AT&T; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

AT&T internet

AT&T phone

Job summary

AT&T is seeking a Lead Technical Sourcing Management professional to lead end‑to‑end sourcing for emerging technologies. You will set strategy, select suppliers, and negotiate agreements to enable cross‑functional programs.

Expect data‑driven insights, stakeholder collaboration, and ongoing supplier performance management in a large technology environment. Role requires 5+ years of experience, a BS/BA, and proficiency in cost analysis, risk management, and security controls.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for emerging technologies that align to business roadmaps.
• Lead supplier selection activities, including market research, competitive comparisons, and stakeholder alignment.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier agreements to deliver favorable terms and clear deliverables.
• Own ongoing supplier management—performance reviews, issue resolution, and adherence to security controls.
• Partner with business units to provide cost analysis, risk assessments, and recommendations for executive decisions.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and proactively manage sourcing risks to ensure compliance and continuity.

Skills

Technical sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Cost analysis

Risk management

Security controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certifications (where required)

Job description

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.

Introduction

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.

Job overview

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.

What you’ll do

• 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.

What you’ll need

• 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.

What you’ll bring

• 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
• 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

If you’re ready to shape how AT&T sources and scales next‑generation technology, you’ll find the opportunity to lead high‑impact work, partner with senior stakeholders, and grow your career while building solutions that connect people and businesses in powerful ways.

Our Lead Technical Sourcing Management jobs earn between $116,700.00 - $196,100.00 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.

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Regular

Location: Atlanta, Georgia, Chicago, Illinois, Dallas, Texas, USA:NJ:Bedminster / AT&T Way - Adm:1 AT&T Way @ North Building:1425 Us Hwy 206

Salary Range: $116,700.00 - $196,100.00

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