Director, Strategic Sourcing

Fox•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$160,000 - $178,000

About The Position

The Director of Strategic Sourcing for Digital and Technology Services partners closely with the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing to drive strategy and supplier excellence across the company’s digital, linear, and streaming platforms, encompassing technology services and content distribution across both traditional and next-generation media ecosystems. The Director of Strategic Sourcing will play a pivotal part in developing and executing sourcing strategies, building cross-divisional relationships, supporting complex negotiations, and supplier partnerships that drive innovation, operational efficiency, and business impact. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the media and entertainment ecosystem, is a self-starter with exceptional communication skills, and a strong commitment to transparency, collaboration, and accountability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
7+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, business development, or supply chain, with significant experience in the media, entertainment, cable, or streaming sectors
Strong financial acumen with advanced Excel proficiency and the ability to analyze, interpret, and distill insights from complex and comprehensive data sets and commercial models
Proven success managing complex technology sourcing and large-scale technology, content delivery, or ad-tech contracts
Deep knowledge of digital, linear, and streaming operations, including OTT, VOD, distribution ecosystems, and immersive technology
Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, accountability, and follow-through. Willing to roll up sleeves, do foundational work, and test new approaches
Able to deftly prioritize, comfortable with ambiguity, unhindered by change and uncertainty, and can methodically work through complex problems
Transparent communicator who fosters collaboration and openness across all levels of the organization
Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication abilities
Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace tools
Familiarity with broadcast and digital technology stacks (Cloud, CDN, OTT, Ad tech, Data Warehouses)
Proficient in procurement systems (i.e., Coupa) and spend analytic tools
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed, and evolving media environment

Responsibilities

Support to the Vice President of Strategic Sourcing
Partner closely with the VP to execute strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable business outcomes
Prepare and analyze data, supplier performance metrics, and executive-ready presentations to inform strategic decision-making
Manage and coordinate cross-functional initiatives, ensuring accountability, progress tracking, and timely execution
Promote transparency, alignment, and proactive communication across the sourcing organization and business units
Strategic Vision
Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies across digital and streaming ecosystems
Collaborate with senior leaders in Emerging Technology, Product, Platform, Distribution, Ad Sales, Content Operations, Legal, and Finance to ensure sourcing initiatives align with corporate and divisional priorities
Anticipate business needs and proactively identify opportunities to optimize cost, quality, and performance
Identify and deliver opportunities for innovation, process improvement, and value creation across the sourcing lifecycle
Category & Supplier Management
Lead sourcing for key categories, including: Digital platforms & streaming infrastructure (cloud services, encoding, DRM, automation, CDN, and immersive technologies) Ad tech, data analytics, and measurement (SSP/DSP platforms, audience data providers, data warehouses, attribution tools) Enterprise software and SaaS solutions supporting content, operations, and data systems
Operational Excellence
Manage a fast-paced, high-volume workload by applying strong prioritization and effective time management
Deliver measurable business results through cost savings, total cost of ownership (TCO) optimization, and process improvements
Collaborate with Commercial and Privacy Legal, InfoSec, and Finance teams to manage contract compliance, licensing, and vendor risk
Utilize sourcing tools (Impendi) and procurement systems (Coupa) to track KPIs, spend visibility, and supplier performance
Support strategic sourcing initiatives through data collection, analysis, and reporting
Foster a high-performance culture emphasizing accountability, innovation, and collaboration
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders across divisions to align sourcing initiatives and business needs
Communicate sourcing strategies and outcomes clearly and consistently to leadership and cross-functional partners
Act as a connector between business units, ensuring collaboration, transparency, and mutual understanding of sourcing priorities
Influence stakeholders to make informed, strategic decisions that support enterprise objectives