Sr. Manager, Production Sourcing

About the Role

The Senior Manager, Production Sourcing is a key member of the NBCUniversal Group Procurement Organization, responsible for leading sourcing initiatives across below-the-line physical production categories. This role serves as a strategic and executional partner to Production, Finance, and Legal, driving cost optimization and supplier strategy across television, film, and streaming productions.

What You'll Do

• Lead sourcing initiatives to deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance aligned with production needs
• Act as a sourcing partner to Production teams, from pre-production through execution
• Develop and implement category strategies leveraging spend data, market insights, and supplier benchmarking
• Lead RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations across production categories
• Drive adoption of preferred suppliers and negotiated agreements
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring contract compliance
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and other business units on contract execution and risk management

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, production operations, or a related field
• Advanced negotiation skills across complex categories with analytical cost structures
• Supplier and contract management experience

Nice to Have

• Experience in media, entertainment, or production environments
• Knowledge of below-the-line production categories

Schedule & Pay

• Hybrid: minimum of four days per week in office
• Company-sponsored benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement
• Salary range: $120,000–$140,000/year (bonus eligible)