Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

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 Creative Services. 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.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement sourcing strategies for Marketing Creative Services, 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 Creative Services.
• Partner with key stakeholders, vendors, and Legal to execute Enterprise Professional Services Agreements, Creative Services Agreements, Pitch Briefs, SaaS contracts, and renewals.
• Act as a strategic advisor to Marketing partners, providing guidance on Sourcing approach, supplier landscape, and best practices.
• Build strong relationships with Marketing and Finance partners.
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships.
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and vendor capabilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, or related field. Marketing Creative Print and AV experience strongly preferred.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Expertise in the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating high-value agreements.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $104,800 to $128,000 per year.