Sr Sourcing Specialist

Burbank, CA

Sr. Sourcing Specialist, Sourcing & Procurement

Description:

The Sr. Sourcing Specialist will be a primary interface with Studio Entertainment Print and Creative Services teams to design and implement their Sourcing and Procurement strategies. This person will lead efforts to source and procure materials and services to support Company operational requirements.

The Sr. Sourcing Specialist will build and lead cross-functional teams and will be responsible for developing and implementing Strategic Sourcing arrangements with preferred suppliers. This individual will continuously improve the company’s procure to pay process by identifying and leading efforts with departments to reduce cycle times, improve customer service and reduce total costs.

This individual will be accountable for assisting business unit sourcing initiatives that consider supply chain processes and infrastructure improvements to drive reductions in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) without compromising business strategy and performance.

The Sr. Sourcing Specialist will source and negotiate supply relationships for print and creative services.

Reporting Relationship:

The Sr. Sourcing Specialist will report to the Manager, Sourcing and Procurement or Director, Sourcing and Procurement.

Staff:

On a project-basis, the Sr. Sourcing Specialist may lead Sourcing Specialists and Procurement Representatives.

•          Execute balanced supplier selection metrics that extend beyond purchase price

•          Understand development and execution of performance management programs with suppliers that focus on quality, responsiveness, and cost

•          Prepare and execute clear, structured negotiations following the established Strategic Sourcing methodology

•          Evaluate total cost/supply chain management analyses to identify

opportunities to reduce TCO

•          Ensure compliance with Sourcing and Procurement policies and best practices

•          Continually assess market conditions and develop procurement strategies that maximize value to the Company

•          Lead cross-functional sourcing projects that meet Print and Creative Services teams’ requirements

•          Communicate and report to management the status of any critical purchases that could affect planning

•          Understand and communicate market trends and conditions that impact suppliers, cost of goods, pricing, and the resulting impact on clients

•          Research and implement “best practices” for procurement techniques, including supporting technologies related to sourcing commodities

•          Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry best practices 

•          Provide support to multiple segments as needed

•          Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances   

Core Skills:

•          Excellent internal client support skills

•          Superior analytical skills

•          Strong written and communication skills

•          Strong negotiation skills

•          Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

•          Ability to interact with employees at all levels

•          Internal customer focus

•          Knowledge of:

–        Print industry suppliers, technologies and best practices

–        Creative services, ad agencies’ processes and best practices

–        Strategic Sourcing processes

–        Best practices: procurement card, EDI, ERS, EFT, strategic alliances, supplier certification, etc.

–        Proficiency in Microsoft Office

•          Experience with SAP or other ERP

•          Experience in problem solving, complex financial modeling and

reporting and analyticalmethods

Desired Qualifications:

•          5-7 years experience in procuring print or creative services

•          Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree in business or another quantitative discipline preferred

•          CPM or similar certification preferred

Other Requirements:

•          Willingness to travel (position may require up to 15% travel)