Sourcing Specialist II, Strategic Sourcing (Technology Studio)

Job ID 10107979 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Dec. 17, 2024

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

At Disney, we are storytellers. We make the impossible, possible! We do this through applying and developing groundbreaking technology and opening the boundaries to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our dedicated team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) invests in new insights, invents novel technology and develops functioning prototypes. They drive value through productizing first articles for deployment and crafting platforms for creative experiences. Innovation and creativity come together to bring life to the next generation Parks’ experiences for our guests worldwide. WDI’s Technology Studio supports WDI through various software and service contracts and suppliers.

As part of the Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) Technology Studio Strategic Sourcing Team, you’ll partner with the best in the business to pursue new insights and technologies to help the Company’s many businesses drive value, with the overall mission being to steer compliance with internal policies and procedures, protect the Disney brand through risk mitigation and partner with the best the marketplace has to offer. Come be part of the most exciting Company from the most interesting point of view!

What You Will Do

We partner with business collaborators within the WDI Technology Studio (within Theme Parks and Resorts) to provide the prime oversight, support and implementation for the entire procurement process of multi-million dollar annual spend of software and technology service and hardware providers. We improve the value of and mitigate risks associated with technology-related procurement through smart contract negotiations. This includes strategically handling the spend through category and supplier relationship management, writing contracts, running RFPs, negotiating deals including master agreements, handling suppliers, ensuring regulatory compliance including FCPA and insurance, facilitating process improvements and bringing collaborators together for teamwork to leverage opportunities.

Responsibilities of the Role

Serve as the primary to work with many research and service providing suppliers, working within the areas of engineering and technology
Identify, evaluate, and qualify category-specific suppliers, and other consultants based on a defined selection criterion
Own the competitive bidding processes (RFP) in accordance with TWDC policy and procedures, including sole/single/preferred source evaluation
Lead spends and contract negotiations for standalone as well as longer-term engagements
Implement contracts, change orders, work orders, amendments, etc. with post-award administration
Assist, implement and influence supplier performance management programs that focus on contractual responsibility, quality, responsiveness and cost
Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing policies and standard processes
Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external relationships and/or constraints that could affect planning and decision-making

Required Qualifications & Skills

3 years or more of strategic sourcing experience, with experience in software and technology procurement services.
Proficient in the negotiation of key contractual language/terms and conditions (i.e. indemnification, SaaS, audit rights, ownership, etc.)
Proven record demonstrating integrity and ethics in all instances
Ability to engage and establish confidence and positive relationships with senior leadership and all position levels; both internal and external
Sophisticated analytical, problem-solving and time management skills
Refined written and verbal communication, and proficient presentation abilities
Proven record of meeting commitments and prioritization in a schedule-driven environment
Ability to collaborate in a team environment (i.e., legal, information security, finance, risk management, etc.) and desire to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
Internal partner focus – ability to identify/solicit key partner needs and develop and implement strategies, processes and solutions
Validated ability to quickly master new systems/platforms and tools
Strong attention to detail
Experience working with and/or for firms who provide professional or engineering services, technology, and software
Experience with SAP or other ERP software
Proficient working in Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain, finance or another associated field.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in technology, supply chain, business or another related field preferred
Legal and/or IT background/knowledge desired

Additional Information

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

The hiring range for this position in Glendale CA is $94,200 to $115,000 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.

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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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