Strategic Sourcing Specialist

About the role

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 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.

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.
• Job Posting Segment:
• Corporate Finance
• Job Posting Primary Business:
• Sourcing and Procurement
• Primary Job Posting Category:
• Purchasing
• Employment Type:
• Full time
• Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
• Burbank, CA, USA
• Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
• Date Posted:
• 2026-03-13

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