Sr Manager Sourcing

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr Manager Sourcing leads sourcing and procurement for Universal Studios Hollywood Food & Beverage, overseeing daily procurement operations, sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and a team of sourcing professionals. The role is accountable for operational continuity, procurement efficiency, cost visibility, savings, on-time ordering accuracy, supplier compliance, and consistent execution across Food & Beverage categories. It also leads sourcing readiness and onboarding for new ventures, including SKU setup, vendor engagement, and procurement readiness, and serves as the primary liaison to the Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) for R&D and new-venture sourcing efforts. The position works with internal stakeholders and suppliers to align sourcing work with corporate governance and strategy. It is hybrid, generally requiring at least four days per week in the office, and requires travel. The position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits and a salary of $120,000–$140,000, with bonus eligibility.

Requirements

At least 7 years of progressive Food & Beverage sourcing or procurement experience, including 3–5 years in a management or leadership capacity.
Bachelor’s degree.
Strong understanding of ERP systems, specifically Eatec/S4, and procurement workflow automation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio.
Deep knowledge of multi-step strategic sourcing, bid management, and category management strategies.
Demonstrated success in cost modeling, supplier negotiation, and analytics-driven decision-making.
Ability to lead teams in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.
Skill in cross-functional partnership and influencing without direct authority.
Strong analytical ability, including translating data into insights and actions.
Ability to balance strategic vision with executional precision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across organizational levels, with clarity, persuasion, and professionalism.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.
Commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
Willingness to travel.

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM).
Ability to motivate and develop a high-performing team in a collaborative, results-driven environment.
Deep understanding of product life cycle, price elasticity, COGS, and program-building concepts.
Experience leading sourcing and onboarding initiatives for new concepts and operational expansions.
Experience partnering with Culinary, Operations, and Shared Services on enterprise sourcing solutions.
Experience working with a GPO or similar sourcing framework to deliver measurable value while maintaining corporate-governance compliance.
Strong project management skills, including stakeholder management, forecasting, and cost analysis.
Resourceful problem-solving skills, including the ability to prioritize, negotiate, and drive outcomes in ambiguous or high-pressure situations.
Analytical thinking and the ability to develop frameworks for planning and implementing organizational change.
Passion, positivity, a results-oriented approach, and a continuous-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead the USH Food & Beverage sourcing and procurement team, ensuring daily operational continuity, cost visibility, and vendor compliance.
Design and implement sourcing programs, bid specifications, distributor and manufacturer negotiations, and supplier development strategies.
Run RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes and negotiate economically beneficial supplier contracts.
Ensure on-time ordering and accurate replenishment levels for warehouse and direct-shipment items at the responsible site and new-venture sites.
Oversee procurement processes in Eatec/S4 to ensure accurate purchase orders, on-time delivery, and compliance with Universal’s governance model.
Serve as the primary liaison to the GPO for R&D and new-venture sourcing, supporting project transparency, data accuracy, supplier compliance, and measurable value delivery.
Coordinate with Culinary, Operations, Shared Services, and IT on USH and new-venue onboarding, including SKU creation, sourcing timelines, and supplier readiness.
Partner with Cost Control to align budgets, identify savings opportunities, and support margin expansion.
Develop and maintain procurement policies and sourcing procedures aligned with Universal’s national sourcing governance.
Develop and execute category sourcing strategies that improve pricing, delivery, storage, and supplier utilization and management over the short and long term.
Create and execute procurement ordering and replenishment strategies or playbooks to improve operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Analyze procurement data and supplier performance to identify cost reductions, supplier consolidation, and continuous-improvement opportunities.
Forecast demand and usage patterns to optimize inventory and procurement scheduling.
Ensure vendor compliance with sourcing, sustainability, and food-safety requirements.
Drive projects by evaluating alternatives and applying critical thinking to achieve optimal results.
Lead and mentor the USH Sourcing & Procurement team, promoting continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance.
Build relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and UDX leadership.
Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established USH policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities.
Complete other projects as assigned.