Sourcing Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Specialist to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dynamic team!

The Walt Disney Company’s Strategic Sourcing & Procurement team seeks a proactive, analytically driven Sourcing Specialist to advance our strategic sourcing objectives across the EMEA region. You'll play a pivotal role in managing third-party spend mainly across Supply Chain, Corporate & Professional Services and sometimes other categories and contribute to Total Value Contribution – encompassing financial performance, risk mitigation and brand protection.

Location: London, UK (4 days in the office) | Contract: Permanent | Reports to: Sr Manager, Strategic Sourcing EMEA

Key Responsibilities

• Support long-term category strategy development and strategic sourcing plans (3-Year Plan, Annual Operating Plan).

• Lead analytical preparation for Annual Operating Plan, monitor KPIs and communicate progress clearly.

• Project manage regional, cross-functional complex sourcing projects and deliver high-value, high-risk initiatives using structured sourcing methodologies, available RFX and Project management tools and agile workplans.

• Identify, develop and lead sourcing strategies across core spend categories; collaborate with business partners to align plans to needs.

• Review expiring contracts and non-compliant spend; ensure adherence to policies, legal and ethical standards.

• Propose strategic commercial models to drive savings, AI innovation, supply chain gap analyses, supplier performance and efficiencies; conduct market research and supplier pre-qualification.

• Engage and influence with diplomacy cross-functional teams in a complex line of business environment, stakeholders across business units and geographies, leveraging local knowledge.

• Perform cost/market analyses focusing on total cost of ownership; help achieve challenging savings targets and build a pipeline of opportunities.

• Report to Senior Manager, lead end-to-end sourcing operations – planning, due diligence, negotiations, execution – across assigned commodity groups. Thrive in a virtual reporting structure requiring autonomy, clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Required Qualifications

• At least 4 years of strategic sourcing experience within a non-mandated procurement environment, leveraging advanced tools, spend analytics, and established policies. Background in complex multinational organizations, ideally within fast-paced sectors such as FMCG, Media, Entertainment, or Pharmaceuticals.

• Proven success working independently, virtually, managing regional/global responsibilities in matrix environments.

• Expertise in one or more categories: Supply Chain, Corporate & Professional Services, etc.

• Track record of developing/executing complex sourcing strategies and leading negotiations & RFx processes.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, project management, analytical skills.

• Commercial acumen and sound understanding of procurement best practices, systems & supply chains.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Copilot, especially Excel.

• Degree in finance, economics, accountancy or related discipline plus strong grasp of financial & legal procurement principles.

• Fluency in English; additional regional languages desirable.

Competencies & Behaviors

• Strategic thinker: develop analysis and strategies, stay current on industry trends.

• Relationship builder: engage colleagues, facilitate win-win situations.

• Effective communicator: inspire engagement, persuade, listen.

• Results driven: translate strategy to priorities & outcomes, leverage technology and data.

• Innovative & collaborative: seek new opportunities, challenge the status quo, champion teamwork.

• Change agent: articulate compelling business cases for change, adapt flexibly.

• Team builder & Professional Excellence: collaborate inclusively, reward success, pursue excellence with integrity and respect.

Why Join Us?

This role supports Disney’s ethos of compliance, Code of Conduct, intellectual property and data protection – embed these values in all sourcing activities. The EMEA focus offers exposure across multiple territories and encourages leveraging local knowledge. You’ll be central to delivering commercial value, risk management and adherence to high ethical standards.

The Perks

• 25 days annual leave

• Private medical insurance & dental care

• Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free

• Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing

• Excellent parental and guardian leave

• Employee Resource Groups – WOMEN @ Disney, Disney DIVERSITY, Disney PRIDE, ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST.

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.