Director – Technical Software and Cloud Sourcing

AT&T

Director leading technical sourcing strategies driving cost savings and operational efficiency for AT&T. Overseeing complex sourcing programs and aligning with technology transformation objectives.

Posted 4/18/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $191,400 - $287,200 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designs and executes sourcing strategies that directly support AT&T’s technology transformation and cost reduction objectives.
Leads critical sourcing programs and large, specialized teams, with accountability for talent decisions including hiring, performance management, and compensation.
Lead enterprise‑level sourcing strategies across complex technical software and cloud‑based categories, including data analytics, supply chain platforms, and IaaS/SaaS/PaaS solutions.
Develop and implement category strategies aligned with AT&T’s technology roadmap, transformation initiatives, and financial objectives.
Drive supplier rationalization, competitive sourcing, and long‑term value creation across high‑spend technical portfolios.
Prepare, negotiate, execute, and manage complex commercial agreements and subcontracts in accordance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure contracts protect AT&T’s financial, operational, and intellectual property interests while enabling flexibility for evolving technology needs.
Advise senior leadership on contractual rights, obligations, and risk exposure related to technical sourcing decisions.
Lead transformation and optimization initiatives that improve sourcing efficiency, reduce cycle times, and support evolving network and technology requirements.
Implement continuous improvement practices, leveraging data and analytics to enhance sourcing processes, governance, and execution.
Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure sourcing strategies support critical enterprise programs and operational priorities.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost savings, supplier performance, contract compliance, and delivery outcomes.
Ensure adherence to approved budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance commitments.
Use project monitoring, issue resolution, and stakeholder feedback mechanisms to measure success and continuously improve outcomes.
Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with strategic technical suppliers and oversee formal supplier performance evaluations.
Collaborate closely with technology, finance, legal, security, and business leaders to align sourcing strategies with enterprise objectives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technical sourcing strategy, market dynamics, and emerging technology trends.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in technical sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or related disciplines
8+ years in technical sourcing with experience in software and cloud‑based categories, including data analytics, supply chain platforms, and IaaS/SaaS/PaaS solutions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcing strategiesdata analyticssupply chain platformsIaaSSaaSPaaScontract negotiationperformance managementfinancial objectivescontinuous improvement

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationrelationship buildingadvisory skillsstakeholder managementproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingperformance evaluationrisk management

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree