Director - Esourcing
ViacomCBS
Hollywood, CAThis was removed by the employer on 11/1/2018 3:56:00 PM PST
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Director, eSourcing (Based in NY, LA or TN)
Viacom is home to the world’s premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms in over 160 countries and territories.
Reporting to the (title, function), the eSourcing Director will be responsible for the development of Viacom’s eSourcing strategy, build out the delivery capability and execute eSourcing projects both domestically and internationally. This individual will partner with category sourcing leads to proactively define and execute eSourcing plans designed to achieve business goals.
The eSourcing Director will develop and leverage eSourcing tools and processes to proactively target relevant categories for enablement through Viacom’s eSourcing capabilities. The eSourcing Director will partner with category leaders to develop an annual plan of eSourcing category targets.
This individual will be expected to support the existing sourcing team by building strong partnerships with category sourcing leads and operate as the lead and subject matter expert on eSourcing.
This position can be based in our New York, LA or Tennessee offices.
Strategy Development:
• Devise and implement eSourcing (including eAuction) strategies to be deployed across categories in partnership with category leaders and measure progress
• Develop eSourcing criteria, tools, and templates to execute events for ongoing business and new projects
• Define rules of engagement for eSourcing Center of Excellence (COE), process, and governance to ensure Sourcing is utilized to maximum impact
• Collaborate with sourcing analysts and category leads to design mechanisms to capture eSourcing opportunities including identification, conversion, and impact
Role Execution:
• Execute eSourcing events on an ongoing basis. Support category leaders through the end to end sourcing process by collecting requirements and structuring RFPs based on deep expertise in eSourcing.
• Operate as the Subject Matter Expert on eSourcing & eAuction topics. Demonstrate thorough knowledge and awareness inclusive of key trends, leading practices, and tools required to continuously improve the eSourcing function
• Monitor adherence to eSourcing criteria, tools, and templates and engage as needed to coach, train, and motivate teams to utilize eSourcing tools
• Report on eSourcing program success, develop materials to communicate results
• Quarterly travel possible – pending business requirements
Basic Qualifications
• 8-12 years of relevant experience in eSourcing with particular focus on build out and enablement of eSourcing function.
• Experience in Ariba sourcing solutions is a must.
• Media & Entertainment industry expertise is highly desirable
• Bachelor’s degree required
Additional Qualifications
• Demonstrable experience in developing eSourcing strategies and enabling eSourcing capabilities across the organization
• Viewed as a thought leader for eSourcing and eAuction best practices
• Knowledge across supply chain with focus in strategic sourcing, procurement operations, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management and performance management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills including ability to communicate effectively, build relationships, anticipate needs, and negotiate successful outcomes both internal and external to Viacom
• Applicable experience supporting end to end sourcing projects including need identification, market research, competitive bid reviews, direct negotiation activities, supplier selection, and onboarding
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