Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

Job Posting Title: Senior Specialist, Strategic Sourcing Req ID: 10133957 Job Description: 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 Technology . This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. Reporting to the Sr.

Manager, Strategic Sourcing , this role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement sourcing strategies for Marketing Technology, 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 Technology, while ensuring alignment with Marketing and Finance goals.
• Partner with key stakeholders, vendors, and Legal to execute enterprise agreements, SaaS contracts, licensing negotiations, and renewals.
• Act as a strategic advisor to Marketing partners, providing guidance on Sourcing approach, supplier landscape, and best-practices.
• 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 strategic vendor relationships that support shared objectives, service expectations, and performance outcomes.
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate risk.

Qualifications

& Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, or related field. Marketing Technology experience strongly preferred.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills—able to influence, collaborate, and communicate effectively across teams.
• Expertise in the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development to contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating high-value agreements with a focus on operational and financial outcomes.
• 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. The hiring range for this position in California is $104,800.00 to $128,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. 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: 2025-10-15