Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

The Position

We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented Sourcing Director for the NBCUniversal Group Procurement organization.  This individual thrives on solving problems, develops strategic sourcing initiatives, and collaborates closely with key stakeholders.  This position requires a candidate with proven leadership ability to facilitate, guide, and implement improvements within the Sourcing organization and the operation of the Company. This role will require balancing the tactical and strategic daily and working on projects that touch A&E, Construction, and Facilities, potentially interacting with other business units to drive value and change.  This role will require close external collaboration with vendors and internal collaboration with project managers, engineers, and upper management, working closely with our finance, legal, and EHS partners.

Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing

Experience in the Strategic Sourcing process, drafting of contracts/scopes of work, financial reviews, and procurement practicesActively engage with the stakeholders and project teams on upcoming projects, collaborating on project timelines, statements of work, deliverables and requirementsCreate and manage RFP’s/RFQ’s, for multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are metProvide insightful and detailed proposal analysis, comparisons, and solution recommendations, providing added value propositions where possibleCoordinate vendor site walks, presentations, or any other RFP-related meetings, being the conduit between vendors and the client groupContribute to the achievement of defined performance targets, savings targets, and NBCU’s procurement guidelinesIndependently negotiate commercial and performance aspects of outsourcing agreements - strong understanding of pricing models, SLAs, benchmarking, scope description requiredBuild and foster relationships and effectively partners across varied functions with internal stakeholders, external suppliers, and colleagues to influence changePerform data/spend analysis, cost models, etc. to identify opportunities for cost reduction, TCO, and value creationWork with Legal partners on master services agreements, work authorizations, change orders, etc.Manage the negotiation of vendor business terms and contract redlines, ensuring the accuracy of negotiated deal points in all final documentationOwnership of project and contract governance utilizing iManage, PerAngusta, or any other required system toolsDevelop and implement vendor metrics for reporting and compliance, mitigating vendor risk, business continuity and vendor complianceActs as liaison with vendors to ensure organizational needs are metEffectively manage and mentor 0-1 direct reportsPerform other duties as assigned

 

Operational Excellence

Partner with Finance to understand Capex and Opex budgets to identify cost-saving opportunitiesEstablish supplier relationships to achieve favorable terms and pricingExecute tasks and projects promptly, taking ownership of managing and collaborating with stakeholdersLeverage industry associations, peers, and stakeholders to identify best practices for strategic sourcing for outsourcing category and supplier managementProvide regular intelligence to stakeholders regarding the Company’s evolving spending profile, innovative technology & solutions, savings results, risk mitigation, etc.Have a proactive, forward-thinking, and solutions-focused mindset. This includes the ability to anticipate problems, recognize the broader implications of issues, be aware of internal and external factors, and develop responses/solutions to address such situations proactively.Use data tools and apply robust analytics to model various business scenarios and analyze resulting cost, impact, risks, and benefits to inform and recommend business solutionsDevelop and adapt procurement strategies based upon continuous monitoring and forecasting of impacting variable market conditions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university - preferably in Business Administration (Finance, Supply Chain) or related field10+ years of strategic sourcing and supplier relations experience and 7+ years leading strategic sourcing and procurement operations teamsExperience in various commodities such as A&E, construction, facilities, and other miscellaneous corporate servicesAdvanced skills in Excel, proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Visio to analyze and pivot data and provide visual aids, illustrative animations, workflows, graphs, etc.Must have both quantitative and qualitative market research experienceAbility to interpret and utilize key financial data; can tell a story with dataExcellent planning and prioritization skills with the ability to quickly adapt to changeMust have demonstrated multitasking capabilities, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively in an environment of tight turnaroundsProven track record of high-value, complex deal-making successes with the ability to professionally navigate through difficult conversations to obtain buy-inMust be self-directed and able to work independently but also able to work collaboratively in a team-oriented departmentBusiness, legal and financial acumen to communicate and develop integrated sourcing strategiesDemonstrated comfort level with ambiguityExcellent verbal, presentation, and written skills

Desired Characteristics

A high level of interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, critical thinking and problem-solving skills; must be able to thrive in a dynamic environment using change management to coach others.Self-motivated with attention to detail, positive attitude, and ability to work as a team member.MBA a plus

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the 30 Rock office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $145,000 - $170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).

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