Assoc Dir-Supply Chain Planning
About The Position
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, and Atlanta, GA Associate Director – Supply Chain Planning Introduction At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. As an Associate Director – Supply Chain Planning, your strategic vision will fuel innovation, shape the future of connectivity, and transform lives. Your leadership will ensure our customers experience seamless service, while you drive impactful solutions that help us stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry. Job overview You’ll lead the planning, logistics, and materials management operations for our $1.3B Network Fiber portfolio. Your expertise will ensure that every link in our supply chain—forecasting, procurement, inventory, and distribution—runs smoothly and efficiently. You’ll partner with cross-functional teams, guide a high-performing group, and optimize a robust network of third-party logistics (3PL) partners to deliver exceptional results. Your leadership will drive operational excellence and shape the direction of our supply chain strategy.
Requirements
- Expertise in supply chain planning, logistics, and materials management in a large-scale, complex environment.
- Experience with budget management, including tracking spend throughout the period and identifying levers to finish the period on budget or working with stakeholders to change the budget.
- Hands-on experience with demand forecasting, procurement, inventory management, and 3PL oversight.
- Proficiency with advanced analytics and data tools for monitoring and improving supply chain performance.
- Familiarity with implementing process automation, AI, or robotics in supply chain operations.
- Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred background in supporting large-scale network or technology portfolios.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies, including demand forecasting, procurement, inventory planning, warehousing, and transportation managing the supply of 10,000+ SKUs.
- Lead and develop supply chain teams, setting clear objectives and providing critical insights to senior management.
- Oversee 3PL partners across multiple facilities, ensuring timely order fulfillment and continuous process improvement.
- Leverage advanced technologies—including AI, machine learning, automation, and robotics—to drive process innovation and support product launches.
- Monitor supply chain performance using data-driven tools, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring compliance with financial and regulatory standards.
- Partner with business units to align supply chain initiatives with product roadmaps and organizational goals.
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
