Sourcing Specialist (PH) at The Walt… · Lake…

Summary: The Walt Disney Company is a leading entertainment and media enterprise, and they are seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support the execution of sourcing activities with preferred suppliers. This role involves supplier research, bid support, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve cost, quality, and service. 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: - 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 - 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 Required Skills: Sourcing, Procurement, Supply chain, Finance, Contracting concepts, Excel filters, Excel pivot tables, Excel lookups, Supplier research, Bid evaluation, Contract administration, Data analysis, PowerPoint, Clear written and verbal communication Benefits: A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered