Sourcing Specialist (ph)

Disney Disney · Media · Lake Buena Vista, FL +1

This role supports a strategic sourcing team by conducting supplier research, assisting with bid events, performing basic data analysis, and coordinating with cross-functional teams. The focus is on improving cost, quality, and service through market exploration and supplier comparisons. The role is designed for early-career talent with strong organizational and communication skills, and basic data analysis capabilities.

What you'd actually do

  1. Research suppliers, market trends, and pricing benchmarks and translate findings into clear summaries that support sourcing recommendations.
  2. Assist with basic cost and value comparisons and help track savings and performance opportunities in accordance with team guidance.
  3. Maintain accurate supplier records, contact lists, and sourcing documentation to support project continuity, supplier outreach, and team knowledge management.
  4. Support competitive sourcing events by preparing bid materials, issuing supplier communications, tracking milestones, organizing responses, and helping evaluate submissions against defined requirements.
  5. Analyze supplier, pricing, and scope information for completeness and consistency, identify gaps or discrepancies, and escalate or resolve issues through established team processes.

Skills

Required

  • 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.

Nice to have

  • 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