Sr Manager Sourcing

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

1d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position leads the Sourcing and Procurement functions for Universal Studios Hollywood, overseeing daily procurement operations, sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, and Food & Beverage categories. The Sr. Manager is responsible for procurement efficiency, spend economics and savings, accurate and timely ordering, supplier compliance, and consistent execution. The role also oversees 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 role aligns these efforts with Universal’s sourcing governance framework and corporate strategy. The Sr. Manager leads a team of sourcing professionals and guides improvements to the sourcing organization and operations. The role supports Universal’s domestic properties, with possible global interaction with stakeholders and other UPR Sourcing professionals. Travel is required. The position is hybrid, generally requiring at least four days per week in the office.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM).
Strong understanding of product life cycle, price elasticity, COGS, and program-building concepts.
Experience leading sourcing and onboarding 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 while delivering measurable value and maintaining corporate-governance compliance.
Strong project-management skills, including stakeholder management, forecasting, and cost analysis.
Resourcefulness in problem solving, prioritizing, negotiating, and driving outcomes in ambiguous or high-pressure situations.
Ability to develop frameworks for planning and implementing organizational change.
Positive, passionate, results-oriented approach and continuous-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

Lead the USH Food & Beverage sourcing and procurement team, maintaining daily operational continuity, cost visibility, and vendor compliance.
Design and implement sourcing programs, bid specifications, distributor and manufacturer negotiations, and supplier development strategies.
Design and execute RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes, and negotiate contracts to secure competitive product and service pricing.
Ensure on-time ordering and accurate replenishment of warehouse and direct-shipment items for the responsible site and New Ventures sites.
Oversee procurement processes in Eatec/S4 to support 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 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 support budget alignment, cost-saving opportunities, and margin expansion.
Develop and maintain procurement policies and sourcing procedures aligned with Universal’s national sourcing governance.
Develop and execute category sourcing strategies and procurement ordering and replenishment strategies to improve pricing, delivery, storage, supplier utilization, 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 to optimize inventory levels and procurement scheduling.
Ensure vendors meet sourcing compliance, sustainability standards, and food safety requirements.
Drive projects by assessing alternatives and applying critical thinking to achieve results.
Lead and mentor the USH Sourcing & Procurement team, promoting continuous improvement, accountability, and high performance.
Build collaborative relationships 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.