About the Role & TeamThe team develops and leads partnerships with outstanding suppliers and internal partners as they pertain to the sourcing and production of best-in-category Disney-branded merchandise. The Global Merchandise Sourcing team has nearly 100 team members in 6 different countries managing 450+ suppliers providing vertically developed merchandise for Disney stores, shopDisney.com, Parks & Resorts and wholesale partners worldwide. Come be part of this dynamic team!What You Will DoAs the Sourcing Specialist, Global Sourcing you will develop, collaborate and produce results with regard to product sample quality, time/cost efficiency and revenue growth. Possess knowledge of global development and sourcing processes, sampling and Product Lifecycle Management systems.This position reports to Sourcing Manager, Global Sourcing, and provides support and assistance with operational and organization functions to develop and source merchandise under the strategic guidance of the Manager, Sourcing within a given department and/or sub-category of product.and Product Compliance
Assist/Manage the merchandise sourcing & production of select product categories for Theme Parks & Resorts retail locations, Disney Stores, and alternative business model opportunities in partnership with the Manager, Sourcing
Partner on vendor strategy, product costing/placement, manage vendor communication and production management related to designated product categories
Responsible for ensuring products meet established standards for safety and quality including monitoring quarterly Product Review Requests (PRRs) with product integrity partners
Manage Development Tracking Reports (DTRS), sample tracking and approval processes throughout each development season
Productivity and Process
Manage the workflow for data entry task Supplier Set Ups, price changes, financial roadmaps, and invoicing, and all Product Lifecycle Management data entry
Contact vendors to follow-up and verify the accuracy of provided data, resolve routine issues and ensure vendor alignment with Disney processes and procedures
Follow up with vendor communication regarding any outstanding samples (Approval, PP/TOP, etc.)
Liaise with vendors and ticket/label suppliers to ensure Disney guidelines are followed to avoid late deliveries and charge backs due to non-compliance
Ensure all items are completed within PLM system to ensure on-time PO issuance
Schedule and participate Production Handoff to the Responsible Sourcing and Production team at the end of each costing season
Collaboration and Communication
Prepare standard any ad-hoc reports as requested (Time and Action Calendars, production timelines, status updates, etc.)
Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
Attend weekly cross-functional meetings and quarterly product line review meetings to understand key sourcing issues and action items
Communicate production status to global and regional partners during weekly cross-functional meetings as required
Required Qualifications & Skills
1+ years related experience preferably in specialty retail or consumer products
Exposure to Sourcing & Production of multiple product categories
Consistent record of effectively communicating with manufacturers
Ability to lead multiple SKU’s timelines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work with multiple design and development partners, a teammate
Ability and desire to be flexible, adapt to change and grow with organization
Required education:
Associate degree or Technical Degree in Merchandising/Product Development/Design, Business or Supply Chain or 1+ years of related experience
Location: Kissimmee,FloridaJob Posting Company: Disney ExperiencesThe Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.
