Lead Tech Vendor Mgmt

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.

Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.

This career step requires senior level experience. Responsible for Vendor Management and Sourcing technical products and services in technical organizations such as IT, Network, or CTO. Must have a strong technical background and knowledge of the organization (technology, processes, procedures, tools, applications, systems, etc.) and technical providers (such as technology companies, service providers, contractor suppliers, outsourcing and offshoring, etc.) coupled with a strong business background in vendor management, contract management, governance, compliance, service level management, security, financial management, project management, asset management, etc.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

- Vendor and Contract Management includes gathering technical requirements, identifying and analyzing sourcing vendors and options, providing financial analysis and recommendations for vendor selection, supporting contract negotiations as a liaison with Supply Chain, Asset Lifecycle Management, and Legal, oversee contract governance and service level management, quality assurance, audit and compliance management with vendors, productivity management of vendor performance, etc.

-Provides support in the area of strategic roadmap review from an internal technology aspect coupled with Vendor Technology Roadmaps, reviewing best practice, understanding current and future trends in technology (hardware, software, licensing, sourcing, etc.), and formulating strategies to rationalize vendors and products in order to focus investment towards strategic solutions.

-Manage overall security compliance and procedures between the company and vendors for security standards, including physical, network and data security. Responsible for vendor financial management including preparation/evaluation of RFPs (Request for Proposal), business case management, research, analysis, contract level financial analysis, benchmarking, compliance, service level financial penalties, authorization and process monthly payments/accruals, and ongoing financial analysis of cost vs. benefit of contracts.

- Also responsible for vendor access management, connectivity, on-boarding, off-boarding, service escalations, business continuity, disaster recovery, offshore eligibility, transition management analysis and support, executive coordination and communications, data management and analysis, reporting and metrics, etc.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee wireless project deployments, ensuring adherence to AT&T Macro Build standards.  
• Perform power analysis (AC and DC) to ensure that all installations meet the required standards and operate efficiently using AT&T DE111 Site Power Calculation tool .
• Track equipment movement using scanning tools and the ETRAK system.
• Review quality Operations Cell Site acceptance punch list items and coordinate vendor resolution of issues based on AT&T and industry standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, and external vendors, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including progress reports, site plans, and technical specifications.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring that any issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and standards at all project sites.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Expert in AT&T Cell Site Equipment Engineering guidelines.
• Proficiency in Ericsson Cell Site equipment, including installation, integration, and Optimization
• Extensive experience with cell site construction, including site planning, equipment installation, and quality control.
• Excellent project management skills, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry standards in telecommunications both Nationally and in the NY/NJ area.

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