The Walt Disney Company
Manager, Strategic Sourcing Contract Admin- Design & Construction
The Walt Disney Company, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
About the Role & Team
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Design & Construction (D&C), is responsible for leading a team of Sourcing professionals that coordinate the entire procurement process for design and construction projects, ensuring the timely acquisition of materials and services to achieve total cost of ownership, sustainment, efficient value, safety, and quality assurance and control (QA/QC). Proven and effective teamwork skills, and ability to identify needs to support Sourcing team, design team, finance & controls, project & construction management, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle. Come be part of this dynamic team!
What You Will Do
Strategic Sourcing
Identify, evaluate, and qualify architects, designers, general contractors, vendors, suppliers, and other consultants based on a defined selection criteria on large-scale capital projects
Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external contacts and/or market conditions or constraints that could affect planning and decision-making
Manage the driven bidding processes (RFQ/RFP) for design and construction services in accordance with TWDC policy and procedures, including sole/single/preferred source evaluation
Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing policies and standard processes
Project Procurement Planning
Early engagement in project development timeline from blue sky ideation, feasibility, concept, schematic, design development through completion of construction documents
Supervise and manage procurement costs, identifying and implementing cost benefit initiatives
Cost Control and Risk Management
Analyze market conditions and supply chain trends to develop necessary mitigation strategies
Assist, implement and influence supplier performance management programs that focus on contractual responsibility, quality, responsiveness and cost
Contract Management
Analyze bids based on total cost of ownership and sustainment to achieve efficient value
Negotiate and finalize contracts and change with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards, through contract close-out
Prepare and manage clear, structured negotiations following pre-defined Strategic Sourcing methodology
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring open communication and timely resolution of issues
Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry standard processes, applying Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and market intelligence to leverage partner value
Safety and Quality Assurance
Support project life cycle safety and quality standards for procured materials and services, including quality control requirements
Work with the safety and quality teams to address any concerns related to contracted work
Required Qualifications & Skills
Solid understanding of overall Design & Construction (D&C) in relevant industries such as General Contracting (GC), large subcontracting/sub-trades, construction supply chain and/or manufacturing, Architecture, Design & Engineering (AD&E)
Experience with typical D&C procurement, bidding and contract/delivery strategies and associated legal templates
Preferred – Local D&C market knowledge, including bringing existing relationships with local construction organizations (i.e. Association of Builders & Contractors and/or Association of General Contractors), and key general contractors, subcontractors, designers and architects and their major players and leadership to the table
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Competencies:
Proven track record demonstrating integrity and ethics in all instances
Ability to engage and establish confidence and trusted relationships with senior leadership, and all position levels; both internal and external
Situational adaptability to internal partner focus – ability to identify changing needs and develop and implement strategies, processes and solutions
Strong understanding of design and construction processes, including technical specifications and industry standards
Solid leadership with experience in coaching, managing, and developing talent
Ability to collaborate in a team environment (i.e., legal, controls, finance, risk management, safety, PM/CM team, etc.) and desire to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
Advanced analytical and problem-solving to identify cost benefit opportunities and manage complex procurement challenges
Proven track record of meeting commitments and prioritization in a schedule-driven environment
Refined written and verbal communication, and proficient presentation abilities
Strong negotiation skills, and project management experience
Experience and expertise with various systems/platforms and tools
Work Experience:
10+ years of experience in one or more of the following subject areas
On-Site/Field Construction and project development
Preferred - Construction Management (CM) and/or Project Management (PM)
Architectural, Design and Engineering (AD&E), Pre-Construction, Estimating and/or Scheduling and Planning
Sourcing and Procurement with a focus on associated contractual processes and strategies
Finance/Controls
Internal or external business consulting
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree required in construction, design, engineering, business administration, supply chain or other associated subject area.
Master’s degree preferred.
Job ID:
10105894
Location:
Lake Buena Vista,Florida
Job Posting Company:
Walt Disney World Resort
The 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.
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Design & Construction (D&C), is responsible for leading a team of Sourcing professionals that coordinate the entire procurement process for design and construction projects, ensuring the timely acquisition of materials and services to achieve total cost of ownership, sustainment, efficient value, safety, and quality assurance and control (QA/QC). Proven and effective teamwork skills, and ability to identify needs to support Sourcing team, design team, finance & controls, project & construction management, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle. Come be part of this dynamic team!
What You Will Do
Strategic Sourcing
Identify, evaluate, and qualify architects, designers, general contractors, vendors, suppliers, and other consultants based on a defined selection criteria on large-scale capital projects
Communicate and report to management the status of any critical external contacts and/or market conditions or constraints that could affect planning and decision-making
Manage the driven bidding processes (RFQ/RFP) for design and construction services in accordance with TWDC policy and procedures, including sole/single/preferred source evaluation
Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing policies and standard processes
Project Procurement Planning
Early engagement in project development timeline from blue sky ideation, feasibility, concept, schematic, design development through completion of construction documents
Supervise and manage procurement costs, identifying and implementing cost benefit initiatives
Cost Control and Risk Management
Analyze market conditions and supply chain trends to develop necessary mitigation strategies
Assist, implement and influence supplier performance management programs that focus on contractual responsibility, quality, responsiveness and cost
Contract Management
Analyze bids based on total cost of ownership and sustainment to achieve efficient value
Negotiate and finalize contracts and change with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards, through contract close-out
Prepare and manage clear, structured negotiations following pre-defined Strategic Sourcing methodology
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring open communication and timely resolution of issues
Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry standard processes, applying Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and market intelligence to leverage partner value
Safety and Quality Assurance
Support project life cycle safety and quality standards for procured materials and services, including quality control requirements
Work with the safety and quality teams to address any concerns related to contracted work
Required Qualifications & Skills
Solid understanding of overall Design & Construction (D&C) in relevant industries such as General Contracting (GC), large subcontracting/sub-trades, construction supply chain and/or manufacturing, Architecture, Design & Engineering (AD&E)
Experience with typical D&C procurement, bidding and contract/delivery strategies and associated legal templates
Preferred – Local D&C market knowledge, including bringing existing relationships with local construction organizations (i.e. Association of Builders & Contractors and/or Association of General Contractors), and key general contractors, subcontractors, designers and architects and their major players and leadership to the table
Skills/Specialized Knowledge/Competencies:
Proven track record demonstrating integrity and ethics in all instances
Ability to engage and establish confidence and trusted relationships with senior leadership, and all position levels; both internal and external
Situational adaptability to internal partner focus – ability to identify changing needs and develop and implement strategies, processes and solutions
Strong understanding of design and construction processes, including technical specifications and industry standards
Solid leadership with experience in coaching, managing, and developing talent
Ability to collaborate in a team environment (i.e., legal, controls, finance, risk management, safety, PM/CM team, etc.) and desire to work in a diverse and inclusive environment
Advanced analytical and problem-solving to identify cost benefit opportunities and manage complex procurement challenges
Proven track record of meeting commitments and prioritization in a schedule-driven environment
Refined written and verbal communication, and proficient presentation abilities
Strong negotiation skills, and project management experience
Experience and expertise with various systems/platforms and tools
Work Experience:
10+ years of experience in one or more of the following subject areas
On-Site/Field Construction and project development
Preferred - Construction Management (CM) and/or Project Management (PM)
Architectural, Design and Engineering (AD&E), Pre-Construction, Estimating and/or Scheduling and Planning
Sourcing and Procurement with a focus on associated contractual processes and strategies
Finance/Controls
Internal or external business consulting
Required Education:
Bachelor’s degree required in construction, design, engineering, business administration, supply chain or other associated subject area.
Master’s degree preferred.
Job ID:
10105894
Location:
Lake Buena Vista,Florida
Job Posting Company:
Walt Disney World Resort
The 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.