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Sourcing Specialist (PH)

The Walt Disney Company

Lake Buena Vista, FL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$62,200–$83,300 Per Year
SKILLS
Amusement Parks, Analysis Skills, Benchmarking, Bid Analysis, Bidding, Category Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Comparative Analysis, Content Delivery/Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Contract Management, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Film, Finance, Financial Operations, Follow Through, Knowledge Management, Leading Edge Technology, Market Research, Market Trend Analysis, Marketing, Mentoring, Microsoft PowerPoint, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Options Analysis, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Pivot Tables, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Development, Project Execution, Project/Program Coordination, Proposal Writing, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Sales Pipeline, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Analysis, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Support Documentation, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing, Writing Skills, eSourcing
LOCATION
Lake Buena Vista, FL
POSTED
4 days ago
Job Summary:


Support the execution of sourcing activities with preferred suppliers, including supplier research, bid support, basic data analysis, and coordination across partners. Assist with supplier comparisons, maintain documentation, and help identify opportunities to improve cost, quality, and service. Partner with cross-functional teams to support sourcing projects from intake through contract award.


About the Role & Team


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.


The Disney Experiences Facilities and Operations Services Strategic Sourcing Team is a behind-the-scenes storytellers. We shape the future of our organization by bringing to Disney the best the market has to offer. This means exploring the marketplace, searching for the best suppliers and creative partners who can meet the challenge to bring magic to our Guests with each project. They navigate the details to find the right mix of services necessary to make the impossible possible.


Our sourcing specialists are our guides. They uncover the needs of our clients, strategize, analyze, collaborate and negotiate to support the full sourcing lifecycle. This role requires strong analytical skills, a desire to always find a winning solution, and a focus on continuous improvement.


What You Will Do


The sourcing specialist will support the Strategic Sourcing Team by assisting with day-to-day sourcing activities aligned to the goals and objectives of Disney Experiences. This includes helping gather requirements, supporting competitive bid events (e.g., RFIs/RFPs), organizing supplier information, and completing foundational analyses to compare options. The role will help identify and maintain a pipeline of potential suppliers by conducting research and compiling market findings. This position will support Facilities and Operations Services categories, with a focus on learning the category landscape, process steps, and stakeholder needs. The sourcing specialist will work under guidance from more senior team members and will build skills in sourcing fundamentals, supplier engagement, and contract support.


This individual contributor role is designed for early-career talent who are eager to learn and grow within Strategic Sourcing. The sourcing specialist will work with a high degree of ownership on assigned projects and deliverables, leveraging mentorship and coaching from category managers and senior specialists to build sourcing capability. Success in this role comes from strong organization, clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize and follow through, with a curious, customer-focused mindset.


Key Responsibilities:


+ Research suppliers, market trends, and pricing benchmarks and translate findings into clear summaries that support sourcing recommendations.

+ Assist with basic cost and value comparisons and help track savings and performance opportunities in accordance with team guidance.

+ Maintain accurate supplier records, contact lists, and sourcing documentation to support project continuity, supplier outreach, and team knowledge management.

+ Support competitive sourcing events by preparing bid materials, issuing supplier communications, tracking milestones, organizing responses, and helping evaluate submissions against defined requirements.

+ Analyze supplier, pricing, and scope information for completeness and consistency, identify gaps or discrepancies, and escalate or resolve issues through established team processes.

+ Support project intake by coordinating stakeholder discussions, documenting business requirements, and helping translate needs into draft scope-of-work inputs and sourcing templates.

+ Communicate status updates clearly and professionally and deliver responsive, customer-focused support to internal partners.

+ Follow established sourcing processes, documentation standards, and compliance requirements to support accurate and timely project execution.


Required Qualifications & Skills:


+ 0–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, finance, or a related field (including internships or co-op experience).

+ Interest in procurement and contracting concepts; ability to learn how requirements, pricing, and terms are evaluated.

+ Demonstrates adaptability and follow-through in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.

+ Clear written and verbal communication skills; comfortable sharing updates with team members and stakeholders.

+ Ability to create clear, well-organized documents and basic presentations (PowerPoint) with guidance.

+ Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks with direction and clear priorities.

+ Collaborates effectively across teams and demonstrates a customer-service mindset.

+ Basic to intermediate Excel skills (e.g., filters, pivot tables, lookups) and comfort working with data.

+ Willingness to learn end-to-end sourcing processes and follow established procedures and compliance requirements.


Required Education:


+ Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area such as business, finance, supply chain management, or marketing, or equivalent relevant work experience.


Preferred Qualifications


+ 0–2 years of relevant experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, finance, operations, or a related analytical business function.

+ Experience supporting competitive sourcing events, supplier research, bid evaluations, contract administration, or related procurement activities.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze pricing, supplier, or operational data and present findings in a clear, business-focused format.

+ Familiarity with procurement or ERP systems and experience coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.


The hiring range for this position in Florida is $62,200.00 to $83,300.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. 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.

Job ID: 10152760

Location: Lake Buena Vista,Florida

Job Posting Company: Walt Disney World Resort
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

About the Company

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The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Entertainment Venues and Theaters
WEBSITE
https://jobs.disneycareers.com