Purchasing and procurement advisor finalizing agreements with partners for goods and services at Desjardins. Analyze client needs and implement cost - cutting and performance improvement recommendations while representing the unit before committees.
About the role
- Lead Technical Sourcing at AT&T, shaping sourcing strategies for emerging technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to negotiate contracts and manage supplier agreements while ensuring compliance and performance.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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.
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
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