Sourcing Specialist (ph)

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

This role supports sourcing activities with preferred suppliers, including supplier research, bid support, basic data analysis, and coordination. It assists with supplier comparisons, documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve cost, quality, and service, partnering with cross-functional teams. The role is designed for early-career talent to learn sourcing fundamentals.

What you'd actually do

  1. Gather market, supplier, and pricing information and organizing it into clear summaries for stakeholders.
  2. Assist with basic cost and value comparisons and help track savings and performance opportunities in accordance with team guidance.
  3. Maintain supplier lists, contact information, and sourcing documentation to support ongoing supplier relationships and continuity.
  4. Support competitive bid events by preparing materials, coordinating supplier communications, tracking timelines, and helping compile supplier responses.
  5. Use basic analytical skills to help summarize supplier, pricing, and scope information; flag data gaps and follow defined processes to resolve them.

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 relevant area such as business, finance, supply chain management, marketing or relevant work experience.

Nice to have

  • Prior leadership experience within sourcing
  • CPSM, CIRM, CPIM, or similar certifications
  • Master’s in Business Administration (MBA)
  • Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)