Category Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10102493 Location Anaheim, California, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Oct. 01, 2024Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
The team supports the sourcing of facilities & operational services, pyrotechnics; and print services for Disneyland and Aulani. The primary focus of this position is to support the acquisition of facilities & operational services, pyrotechnics; and print services needed at the Disneyland Resort in addition to providing analytical and technical solutions support. Come be part of this dynamic team.
What You Will Do
- Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing policies and standard processes.
- Continually assess market conditions and develop procurement strategies that improve value to the Company.
- Prepare Request for Proposals as needed in support of facilities & operational services, pyrotechnics; and print services for Disneyland and Aulani
- Conduct pre-bid meetings and job walks as needed.
- Lead structured supplier negotiations and Supplier Relationship Management reviews..
- Use price & cost analysis. Analyze proposals through use of spreadsheets, including weighted evaluations of non-pricing criteria.
- Prepare service agreements as needed
- Review contract issues with legal department.
- Monitor projects to confirm contract compliance.
- Assist in resolution of payment problems.
- Assist in resolution of contract disputes or claims.
- Cultivate, women, and veteran owned business opportunities and apply capabilities to operational requirements.
- Maintain all records, documents, correspondence, and materials related to any sourcing activity in an understandable format such that files can be readily audited.
- Report status of project initiatives in a concise and timely manner to management.
- Analyze market trends and conditions that affect suppliers, cost of goods, pricing, and the resulting impact on clients.
- Research and implement “standard processes” for procurement, including supporting technologies related to sourcing commodities.
- Participate in professional development activities to stay ahead of current industry best practices.
- Demonstrate outstanding integrity and ethics in all instances.
- Develop and analyze sourcing data to develop reporting, project analysis, and industry trends.
- Develop understanding of Disney systems to gather data required for reporting and analysis.
- Handle large amounts of data and summarize findings.
- Develop, implement, monitor and report status, performance measures that demonstrate value and ensure supplier performance.
- Assist with AOP development; forecast and track AOP and monthly reporting.
- Where needed, provide support on projects related to sourcing platforms or systems.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 5+ years of sourcing and procurement experience with at least one of those years preferably in services sourcing. Pyrotechnics and or Entertainment experience.
- Proven strong analytical skills with data analysis background.
- Proficiency in MS-Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Financial analysis
- Working knowledge of Coupa and SAP preferred. High level Excel skills.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Construction, Finance or equivalent experience
The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, California is $124,800 to $152,400 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
