Sr Specialist, Strategic Sourcing - Marketing

The Walt Disney Company • Burbank, CA

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About The Position

Join a team that powers the magic behind the scenes. The Enterprise Sourcing team is a strategic partner across the company, driving excellence in stakeholder collaboration, vendor management, and sourcing innovation. We work closely with leaders across Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences—including brands like Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Searchlight, Disney+, Hulu, ABC, FX, and more—to ensure initiatives are supported by best-in-class sourcing strategies. We are seeking a Senior Sourcing Specialist with deep expertise in Marketing Sourcing, specifically in the area of Marketing Technology. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Marketing Sourcing, this role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact Marketing initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Marketing Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, or related field.
• Marketing Technology experience strongly preferred.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills—able to influence, collaborate, and communicate effectively across teams.
• Expertise in the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development to contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating high-value agreements with a focus on operational and financial outcomes.
• Professional, customer-focused, and highly organized with strong project management capabilities.
• Resourceful and effective at managing projects independently.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and other analytical tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement sourcing strategies for Marketing Technology, with flexibility to support additional Marketing categories as needed.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and innovation across Marketing Technology, while ensuring alignment with Marketing and Finance goals.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration and explore innovative sourcing models to unlock enterprise-wide value.
• Build strong relationships with Marketing and Finance partners to understand their strategic priorities and deliver tailored sourcing solutions.
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support shared objectives, service expectations, and performance outcomes.
• Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate risk.

Benefits

• A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees