
Strategic Sourcing Specialist
The Walt Disney Company
Burbank, CANot to worry — we have many other great jobs on the site:
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This is a Full Time Job
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Specialist with experience in Strategic Sourcing or Marketing Sourcing. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment.
Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Sourcing, this role offers the opportunity to influence high impact initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
• Implement sourcing strategies for Digital & Social, with flexibility to support additional Marketing categories as needed.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and innovation across Digital & Social, while ensuring alignment with Marketing and Finance goals.
• 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 vendor relationships that support shared objectives, service expectations, and performance outcomes.
• Monitor market trends and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate risk.
Qualifications & Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or related field.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills – able to collaborate and communicate effectively across teams.
• Understanding of the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development, RFx execution, contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• 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.