Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Disney Cruise Line - The Walt Disney Company; Burbank (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line, part of The Walt Disney Company, is seeking a Specialist in Strategic Sourcing based in Burbank, California. This role focuses on implementing sourcing strategies and fostering cross-functional collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management and 2+ years of relevant experience. A strong analytical background and proficiency in Excel are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Competitive compensation range is $87,200 to $106,400 per year, with additional bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or a similar role.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Implement sourcing strategies for Digital & Social categories.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Build strong relationships with Marketing and Finance partners.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Analytical tools

Job description

Overview

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 Specialist with experience in Strategic Sourcing or Marketing Sourcing. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Sourcing, this role offers the opportunity to influence high impact initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement sourcing strategies for Digital & Social, with flexibility to support additional Marketing categories as needed.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and innovation across Digital & Social, 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 vendor relationships that support shared objectives, service expectations, and performance outcomes.
• Monitor market trends and vendor capabilities to inform sourcing decisions and mitigate risk.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or related field.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills – able to collaborate and communicate effectively across teams.
• Understanding of the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development, RFx execution, contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• 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.

The hiring range for this position in California is $87,200.00 to $106,400.00 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.