Principal Sales Compensation

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
131K-196K Annually
Senior level
Internet of Things • Mobile • Retail
The Role
Designs, implements, administers, and analyzes sales compensation, incentive, and recognition programs. Communicates plan changes, interprets policies, supports stakeholders, and collaborates with HR, finance, and sales leadership. Leads high-impact compensation projects, applies strategic business insight, benchmarks competitive data, recommends adjustments, influences senior leadership, and mentors others.
Summary Generated by Built In
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

Overall Purpose: Design, implement, and manage sales compensation plans through focused project management, aligning with business objectives to motivate sales teams and drive revenue growth.
Key Roles and Responsibilities: Typical tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Designing and Administering Compensation Plans: Develop, design, and administer comprehensive sales compensation, incentive, and recognition programs that align with strategic goals.
  • Implementation and Communication: Manage the implementation of compensation plans, communicate changes, and ensure all stakeholders understand the policies and procedures.
  • Performance Analysis and Benchmarking: Analyze compensation plans and competitive data to ensure effectiveness, generate insights, and recommend necessary adjustments.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration and Project Management: Collaborate with HR, finance, and sales leadership, leading cooperative efforts on project teams and ensuring alignment with business strategies.
  • Stakeholder Support and Policy Interpretation: Provide support and consultation to stakeholders, explaining and interpreting sales compensation policies and procedures.

Job Contribution: An expert in their field, applying broad business knowledge and strategic insight surrounding emerging trends and technologies to solve complex problems and drive organizational results. Leads critical, high-impact projects and designs/implements innovative business strategies. Works with minimal oversight, frequently consulting senior leadership and influencing executive decisions. Serves as a mentor and assists others with challenging issues.

Supervisor: No
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 7+ years of related experience. Certification is required in some areas.

Our Principal Sales Compensation jobs earn between $130,700.00 - $196,100.00 USD Annual. 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:

Dallas, Texas

Salary Range:

$130,700.00 - $196,100.00

AT&T and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity. All hiring, promotion, and other employment decisions remain merit-based and free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made. Click here to learn more or request an application accommodation here.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (BS/BA)
  • 7+ years of related experience
  • Certification in applicable areas

AT&T Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AT&T and has not been reviewed or approved by AT&T.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage spans medical, dental, vision, and mental health services, plus a personal healthcare team, wellness apps, and supplemental options such as fertility care, cancer support, doula services, and wigs for chemotherapy. These comprehensive offerings are portrayed as supporting a wide range of employee needs.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid time off includes vacation, holidays, sick days, caregiver time, parental leave, and adoption assistance, with some roles reaching about 23 days of PTO after several years. Community volunteer days and flexible time off options add further support for work-life balance.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Employees receive sizable service discounts like 50% off most wireless plans and broadband, along with savings on travel, event tickets, and insurance. Additional workplace perks such as hybrid work models and relocation assistance contribute to overall value.

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