Lead Vendor Management Services

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.

Locations: Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, or Detroit, MI

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. Your expertise will help AT&T deliver on its promise to customers and communities—transforming possibilities into impactful connections.

Job overview

You’re a strategic partner who thrives on building and optimizing vendor relationships. As Lead Vendor Management Services, you’ll take charge of developing and implementing strategies that ensure our vendors not only meet, but exceed, AT&T’s quality and performance standards. Your analytical mindset and collaborative approach will help guide key decisions, foster continuous improvement, and ensure our organization’s goals are realized through strong, effective partnerships.

What you’ll do

• Oversee the asset recovery process, developing monetization and recycling strategies though 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 by publishing monthly performance reports and executive dashboards, providing essential insights for decision-makers.
• Lead regular performance meetings with suppliers, identify performance 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 escalate critical performance issues, develop solutions to complex challenges, and contribute to the ongoing development of organizational strategies.
• 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.

At AT&T, we believe in empowering leaders to drive change and shape the future. You’ll enjoy a dynamic work environment, with opportunities for growth, innovation, and impact at every stage of your career.

Our Lead Vendor Management Services earn between $105,600-$158,400 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

We’re committed to supporting your personal and professional success.

If you’re ready to make a real difference—both for our business and your career—bring your expertise and bold ideas to AT&T.

Apply today!

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$94,300.00 - $158,400.00

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.