Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing
disney
| Company | disney |
| Category | Procurement |
| Location | Burbank, CA, USA |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (workday) |
Description
Titel Stellenanzeige:
Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing
ID der Stellenanforderung:
10133957
Stellenbeschreibung:
Join a team that powers the magic behind the scenes. The Enterprise Sourcing team is a strategic partner across the company, driving excellence in stakeholder collaboration, vendor management, and sourcing innovation. We work closely with leaders across Disney Entertainment , ESPN , and Disney Experiences —including brands like Pixar , Marvel , Lucasfilm , Searchlight , Disney+ , Hulu , ABC , FX , and more—to ensure initiatives are supported by best-in-class sourcing strategies.
We are seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist with deep expertise in Strategic Sourcing , specifically in the area of Marketing Technology . This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment.
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing , this role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement sourcing strategies for Marketing Technology, with flexibility to support additional categories as needed.
• Lead end-to-end RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ), including scope development, supplier identification, bid management, evaluation, and executive-ready award recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and innovation across Marketing Technology, while ensuring alignment with Marketing and Finance goals.
• Partner with key stakeholders, vendors, and Legal to execute enterprise agreements, SaaS contracts, licensing negotiations, and renewals.
• Act as a strategic advisor to Marketing partners, providing guidance on Sourcing approach, supplier landscape, and best-practices.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and explore innovative sourcing models to unlock enterprise-wide value.
• Build strong relationships with Marketing and Finance partners to understand their strategic priorities and deliver tailored sourcing solutions.
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support shared objectives, service expectations, and performance outcomes.
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate risk.
Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, or related field. Marketing Technology experience strongly preferred.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills—able to influence, collaborate, and communicate effectively across teams.
• Expertise in the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development to contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating high-value agreements with a focus on operational and financial outcomes.
• Professional, customer-focused, and highly organized with strong project management capabilities.
• Resourceful and effective at managing projects independently.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
The hiring range for this position in California is $104,800.00 to $128,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Segment der Stellenanzeige:
Corporate Finance
Hauptgeschäft der Stellenanzeige:
Sourcing and Procurement
Hauptkategorie der Stellenanzeige:
Einkauf
Art der Beschäftigung:
Vollzeit
Primär – Ort, Bundesland, Region, Postleitzahl:
Burbank, CA, USA
Alternativ – Ort, Bundesland, Region, Postleitzahl:
Veröffentlichungsdatum:
2025-10-15