Tech Sourcing Executive: Strategy, Negotiations, Growth

The Walt Disney Company; Burbank (CA); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Technology in Burbank or San Francisco. This role leads a team to develop and execute technology category strategies, partnering with Technology, Finance, Sourcing and business stakeholders to maximize value and mitigate risk.

You will own strategic category plans, support the Sourcing Annual Operating Plan, and set standards for supplier management, negotiation, and process improvement, while guiding a multicultural,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, category management, or a related field.
• 5–7+ years of leadership experience managing teams in a strategic sourcing or procurement environment.
• 3–5+ years of Technology category management experience, including development and implementation of category strategies.
• Experience supporting senior Technology executives and stakeholders in developing and implementing sourcing strategies.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant area, such as supply chain management, finance, technology, business or equivalent work experience.
• MBA or another quantitative discipline

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage technology category strategies that support business priorities and deliver against savings, value, and risk mitigation goals.
• Lead complex sourcing engagements from intake through contract award, including supplier assessment, onboarding, competitive bidding, renewals, negotiations, contracting, and supplier management.
• Use market intelligence, spend data, and analytical frameworks to evaluate supplier markets, identify opportunities, and inform sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Support continuous improvement of sourcing policies, processes, tools, and governance standards.
• Ensure consistent application of procurement processes, standards, and best practices across stakeholder groups.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Executive presence

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Team management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Technology in Burbank or San Francisco. This role leads a team to develop and execute technology category strategies, partnering with Technology, Finance, Sourcing and business stakeholders to maximize value and mitigate risk.

You will own strategic category plans, support the Sourcing Annual Operating Plan, and set standards for supplier management, negotiation, and process improvement, while guiding a multicultural,