Sr Specialist Real Estate

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.

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The Sr. Specialist Real Estate is instrumental in managing vendor relationships and supporting the Tower Strategy Rent Reductions and Lease Renewal program. This role ensures accuracy in invoice validation, purchase order management, and contract administration, with a strong emphasis on cost savings. By conducting robust financial analysis to compare lease options and leading related projects, this position helps drive informed decision-making and successful vendor performance. Through close collaboration with internal stakeholders and vendors, the Sr. Specialist Real Estate contributes to the achievement of AT&T’s objectives.

What You’ll Do

• Vendor Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for lease negotiation vendors, overseeing relationships, and ensuring vendor performance aligns with organizational standards and project requirements.

• Invoice Validation: Review, validate, and process vendor invoices to ensure accuracy, contract compliance, and timely payments. Resolve discrepancies and maintain documentation for audits.

• Purchase Order Management: Initiate, track, and manage purchase orders for a variety of real estate services and projects, ensuring correct allocation of funds and adherence to corporate policies.

• Financial Analysis & Project Management: Analyze lease options to recommend the most cost-effective choices. Prepare financial forecasts and cost comparisons to support decision-making. Lead projects related to lease renewals and rent reductions, ensuring deadlines are met and stakeholders stay informed.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all vendor activities comply with applicable internal policies and communicate compliance status to stakeholders.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and senior leaders to communicate vendor performance, project updates, and cost-saving opportunities.

What You’ll Need

• Vendor Management Expertise: Ability to manage vendor relationships

• Invoice & Purchase Order Processing: Experience in reviewing, validating, and managing invoices and purchase orders, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

• Financial Analysis & Project Management: Proficiency in conducting comparative financial analysis and managing lease-related projects from inception through completion.

• Lease Interpretation: Experience interpreting lease language, identifying key terms and obligations, and applying that understanding to decision-making.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data and develop actionable recommendations to drive cost savings.

• Project Management: Ability to coordinate multiple vendor-related and lease transaction projects, ensuring timely completion and effective communication.

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clear reporting and effective stakeholder engagement.

• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with real estate management software, procurement systems, and standard office applications.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to carefully review and accurately complete all tasks

What You’ll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Business, Real Estate, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or real estate administration.

• Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of the tower leasing industry including a familiarity with the unique challenges and opportunities related to rent reductions and lease renewals.  

Our Sr Specialist Real Estate, earns between $77,800 - $116,800. 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

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Alpharetta, Georgia

Salary Range:

$77,800.00 - $116,800.00

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.