Senior Specialist, Marketing Sourcing

The Walt Disney Company • Burbank, CA

17h

About The Position

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 Senior Sourcing Specialist with deep expertise in Marketing Sourcing , specifically in the area of Marketing Technology . This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Marketing Sourcing , this role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact Marketing initiatives and drive value across the enterprise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Marketing Sourcing, Strategic Sourcing, or related field.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills—able to influence, collaborate, and communicate effectively across teams.
• Expertise in the full Strategic Sourcing lifecycle, from strategy development to contract negotiation and execution.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating high-value agreements with a focus on operational and financial outcomes.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Marketing Technology experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level