Lead Vendor Management Services

Job Description Lead Vendor Management Services – Build a more connected world by shaping how AT&T collaborates with its most essential partners. As part of our team, you’ll drive strategic vendor relationships and ensure every partnership delivers value, quality, and innovation, helping AT&T fulfill its promise to customers and communities. Job Overview You’re a strategic partner who thrives on building and optimizing vendor relationships. As Lead Vendor Management Services, you’ll develop and implement strategies that ensure our vendors meet and exceed AT&T’s quality and performance standards. Your analytical mindset and collaborative approach will guide key decisions, foster continuous improvement, and help drive the organization toward its goals. What You’ll Do Oversee the asset recovery process, developing monetization and recycling strategies through vendor management and cross‑functional collaboration. Design and implement Quality Management Systems (QMS) to monitor and elevate vendor performance, supporting continuous improvement and contractual compliance. Deliver clear, actionable analysis through monthly performance reports and executive dashboards, providing essential insights for decision‑makers. Lead regular performance meetings with suppliers, identify gaps, establish corrective actions, and track progress toward resolution. Collaborate closely with sourcing leads and cross‑functional teams to align performance measures with contract terms and organizational objectives. Identify and escalatetr critical performance issues, develop solutions to complex challenges, and contribute to ongoing strategy development. Mentor less experienced team members and champion best practices across the vendor management function. What You’ll Need Proven experience developing and implementing quality management systems for vendor oversight. Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable vendor contracts and agreements. Advanced analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in dashboard development and performance metrics. Ability to lead performance reviews, drive corrective actions, and manage high‑stakes vendor relationships. Experience collaborating across sourcing, procurement, and cross‑functional teams to deliver results. Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues and provide strategic insights to senior leadership. What You’ll Bring 5+ years of related vendor management, procurement, or supply chain experience (required). Recognized expertise in managing vendor performance and leading strategic projects. Experience influencing executive decisions and implementing long‑term plans. Proven ability to mentor staff and collaborate with senior leadership. Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. Professional certification in vendor management, supply chain, or related field required in some areas. Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision coverage 401(k) plan Tuition reimbursement program Paid Time Off and Holidays (at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company‑designated holidays) Paid Parental Leave Paid Caregiver Leave Additional sick leave beyond state and local law 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 Compensation and Location Annual salary: $105,600 – $158,400 USD (actual depends on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training). Pay ranges: $94,300 – $158,400. Locations: Dallas, TX; Atlanta, GA; Detroit, MI. Work Hours & Type Average weekly hours: 40; Regular full‑time position; Office presence minimum of 5 days per week; No relocation offered. EEO Statement It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. #J-18808-Ljbffr