Sr Manager, Sourcing Post-Production & Marketing

Responsibilities

• Carry out core sourcing functions including:
• Leading complex and/or large-scale RFPs and RFIs as needed
• Evaluating supplier fit based on pre-determined selection criteria
• Preparing and executing clear, structured negotiations of complex deal terms for contracts
• Calculating the cost savings/value added metrics stemming from sourcing initiatives
• Assist development of sourcing category strategies by performing deep data analysis of supplier spend and supplier category market trends
• Help organize and execute strategic sourcing initiatives resulting from the above analysis that will result in supplier deals with terms that support NBCU key operating objectives
• Influence and maintain strong relationships with NBCU business stakeholders by serving as a partner, providing sourcing and procurement expertise to aid in achieving business goals
• Work closely with NBCU global post-production and marketing business partners to validate sourcing strategies and prioritize initiatives that create value for the Company
• Effectively and efficiently manage cross functional projects in a matrix organization

Requirements

• BS/BA Business or related area required
• 3+ years of professional experience in strategic sourcing/procurement, supply chain, management consulting or other experience in metric driven negotiations
• Proven record of accomplishment in complex negotiations and establishing strong Service Level Agreements with suppliers
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CoPilot

Preferred

• Media/Entertainment, Television or Film experience
• Knowledge and experience of principles, methods and practices related to strategic sourcing, and complex project management
• Demonstrate ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with both direct dotted-line supervisors
• Solid interest in post-production and marketing categories, and related existing/emerging technologies
• Exceptional negotiation skills involving complex, analytical category matters
• Highly motivated self-starter and creative thinker
• Proven oral and written communication skills; relationship building skills
• Impeccable organizational and time management skills to manage simultaneous projects, each with specific deadlines and objectives
• Demonstrated proficiency in AI technologies/tools or an interest to learn AI technologies/tools quickly