Category Manager- Design and Construction

Disney • Lake Buena Vista, FL

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About The Position

At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. We are a part of the Disney Experiences (DX) Strategic Sourcing team which supports internal stakeholders within the Design and Construction sector. A major client is Facility Asset Management (FAM), a large Project Management organization. You will lead and train Sourcing Cast in developing category strategies, selecting Vendors to maximize the value of multi-million dollar annual spend, and to mitigate risks through effective contracting processes and negotiations. This includes supporting Supplier Relationship Management, conforming contracts, running ITBs and/ or RFPs, negotiating deals, managing key suppliers, ensuring regulatory compliance, facilitating process improvements and bringing stakeholders together for collaboration to leverage spend; all while keeping the highest level of ethical and work excellence. You will be responsible for capturing and reporting out on key metrics, including required compliance with Company policy. You will interface with multiple levels of leadership and contributors primarily, but not exclusively, within the Disney Experiences segment. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong communication and analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities, proven business acumen, and a deep understanding of the market dynamics and stakeholders within the design and construction field.

Requirements

• 5 or more years in a sourcing specialist, contract administration, and/or category management role.
• Knowledge of various contract types and their applications.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate potential risk throughout the RFP Process.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to analyze data and prepare contracts.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal teams and external vendors.
• Experience with executing a Supplier Relationship Management program.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree or relevant post-graduate education.
• Relevant certifications such as CPSM, CPCM, CSCP, CSSBB.
• Construction and/or Design expertise.
• Experience with Power BI apps and/or Tableau for analysis.
• Proven leadership experience and familiarity with Disney sourcing systems.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and oversee a portfolio of work at various stages in the Contract Management Life Cycle.
• Build strong supplier relationships, ensuring compliance and performance.
• Pre-qualify vendors through financial, capability, and certification analysis.
• Collaborate with team manager and other department managers to create and execute sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable terms, pricing, and conditions.
• Proactively conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supplier performance and savings.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain and overall category.
• Serve as a resource to lead team members, ensuring timely completion of deliverables.

Benefits

• Health and savings benefits.
• Educational opportunities.
• Special extras that only Disney can provide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Motion Picture and Sound Recording Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree