Sr. Manager, Production Sourcing

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Sr. Manager, Production SourcingFull-timeBusiness Segment: NBCU CorporateCompany DescriptionNBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Senior Manager, Production Sourcing is a key member of the NBCUniversal Group Procurement Organization, responsible for leading sourcing initiatives across below-the-line physical production categories. This role serves as a strategic and executional partner to Production, Finance, and Legal, driving cost optimization, supplier strategy, across television, film, and streaming productions.Operating in a fast-paced, production-driven environment, the Senior Manager leads complex negotiations, and ensures alignment to enterprise sourcing strategies while supporting real-time production needs. Key ResponsibilitiesLead sourcing initiatives to deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance aligned with production needsAct as a sourcing partner to Production teams, providing support from pre-production through executionDevelop and implement category strategies leveraging spend data, market insights, and supplier benchmarkingCollaborate cross-functionally to align sourcing strategies and resolve issues in real timeLead RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations across production categoriesDrive adoption of preferred suppliers and negotiated agreements to increase spend under managementManage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring service quality and contract compliancePartner with Legal, Finance and other relevant BUs on contract execution and risk managementTrack and communicate savings and value deliveryQualificationsBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree or equivalent experience5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, production operations, or related fieldAdvanced negotiation skills across complex categories with analytical cost structuresStrong analytical, financial, and stakeholder management skillsProven negotiation experience and track record of delivering cost savingsHighly motivated self-starter and creative thinkerSupplier and contract management experienceFinancial acumen and savings analysis expertiseCross-functional collaboration and influence skillsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsPreferred QualificationsExperience in media, entertainment, or production environmentsKnowledge of below-the-line production categoriesAdditional RequirementsThis position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four...