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Sourcing Specialist II

Job ID 10117426 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Apr. 14, 2025
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Job Description

For nearly two decades, Adventures by Disney has been a leading travel brand, offering over 40 guided-group adventures across land, river, and expedition cruises. Disney-trained Adventure Guides ensure hassle-free vacations with masterful storytelling, in-depth knowledge, and attention to detail, fostering lasting connections with each destination. The heart of every Adventures by Disney vacation lies in the authenticity, immersion in cultures, insider access, and curated activities.

Building on a legacy of over 135 years, National Geographic Explorers have ventured across continents, remote cultures, ocean depths, and towering mountains. National Geographic Expeditions extends this legacy, allowing travelers to embrace their inner explorer and witness the wonders of the world up close and in depth. With Signature Land, Expedition Cruise, River Cruise, or Private Jet options, National Geographic Expeditions provides unparalleled access to the world with knowledgeable Experts. Additionally, every trip booked supports the global nonprofit National Geographic Society, contributing to the work of National Geographic Explorers worldwide in protecting and illuminating our world through exploration, research, and education.

The Sourcing Specialist II will be part of the DX/A&E (Adventures and Expeditions) Sourcing Team, responsible for sourcing and procurement activities. Key responsibilities include working with the clients to implement Travel related deals, while managing Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and developing Contracts. This role focuses on maximizing the experiences for Disney’s Travel Guests for Walt Disney Parks while maintaining business performance (cost, value, relationship, compliance). The Specialist will participate in cross-functional teams, developing strategic sourcing arrangements with suppliers, and continuously improving processes. This includes sourcing and negotiating supply relationships for internal clients, managing supplier relationships, and conducting supplier analysis including compliance. The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of Sourcing and the Travel industry.  The Sourcing Specialist II will report to the Director, Sourcing & Procurement, DSE and sits in Orlando, FL.

What You Will Do/Responsibilities:

Key responsibilities include client management, category management, and implementing sourcing solutions to support A&E.  This role focuses on Request for Proposal (RFP)/ Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts sourcing initiatives while maintaining business performance.

Additional focus pertains to Contracting, Contract Writing, and driving Compliance. 

The Sourcing Specialist will participate in cross-functional teams, developing strategic sourcing arrangements with suppliers and improving the various processes.  This includes sourcing and negotiating supply relationships for internal clients, managing supplier relationships and conducting

total cost/supply analysis.  

Assist with Annual Strategic Plan development; forecast and track projects.  Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all Instances. Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry and travel best practices.  Continually assess market conditions and develop

sourcing strategies that maximize value to the Company, evaluate supplier fit based on pre-determined selection criteria; prepare and execute clear, structured negotiations following pre-defined Strategic

Sourcing methodology.

Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing and policies and best practices Lead cross-functional sourcing projects that meet internal client’s requirements.  Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external relationships that could affect planning and decision-making.  Analyze marketing

industry trends and conditions that affect internal stakeholders and external suppliers and/or pricing Develop, implement, monitor and report status, performance measures that demonstrate value and

ensure supplier performance.

You Will Have/Required Qualifications:

  • 3+ years in sourcing/supply chain with an emphasis on Travel Industry preferred 
  • Strong negotiation & relationship-building skills
  • Strong experience with Requests for Proposal (RFP), contract writing, and compliance work 
  • Excellent communication & collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • Organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple projects
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, other quantitative discipline

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Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years’ experience in sourcing/supply chain 
  • Experience using SAP, Sourcing and Procurement software
  • Master’s degree in business, or other quantitative discipline 

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education:

Master’s degree

Additional Information:

Benefits and Perks: 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.

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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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