Sourcing Specialist

CITY: Universal City STATE: CaliforniaCOUNTRY: USAEssential Functions (Responsibilities): Manage the sourcing process for various areas including capital purchases and construction through RFP, bidding, negotiation, award, implementation, and supplier performance monitoring Source maintenance and repair parts and services for Universal Studios Hollywood Theme Park and CityWalk Perform basic financial analysis on supplier proposals Mine spend data to identify cost savings opportunities Experience with electronic purchasing systems (SAP preferred). Develop sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.Develop / maintain strong market and technical expertise in assigned buy Drive the identification and qualification of new sources Lead and participate in Business Partner requirements ID processSeek out cost reduction opportunities and present to business partners Optimize the use of e-sourcing tools in the sourcing of all materials Identify opportunities to reduce manual task and continuously seek opportunities to digitizeQualifications/Requirements: BS/BA Degree Minimun five years experience in construction or facilities related projects Minimum five years previous sourcing experience Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and web based tools Eligibility Requirements: Interested candidates must submit a ressume/CV through nbccareers.com to be considered (note job # 813492).Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA. Must be willing to take a drug test and submit to a background investigation.Desired: Good Interpersonal and communication skills Strong negotiations and analytical skills Previous experience working in a matrix organization Experience negotiating major contracts Six Sigma certificationGeneral:Media WorksNBC Universal Media Works aligns four major media disciplines: Technology, Operations, Software Solutions and Corporate Support. The organization is positioned to leverage a world-class technology team, the best media operations and production facilities in the business and to build strong partnerships enabling NBCU continue execution of growth initiatives. Media Works team members represent every area of our business, from technology and innovation to film and television production and are an integral part of making NBC Universal one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.