Sourcing Manager

JOB SUMMARY

Leads and executes the most difficult and unique purchasing projects. This classification reviews a wide range of purchase requisitions including capital and expense items or services; investigates and develops sources of supplies, preparing bid specifications; issues bid requests and reviews quotations. Also requires interpretation of purchasing procedures to departments and vendors, as a specialist in assigned material categories, which require a high degree of technical knowledge based on sourcing category. Works with key stakeholders and legal to optimize best value for Universal Destinations and Experiences. The Sourcing Manager is responsible for the timely placement of purchase orders and delivery of materials to meet customer order requirements and maintain stock inventory levels within approved guidelines. The Sourcing Manager sources, evaluates, and purchases services, supplies, and equipment based on price, service, quality, and warranty. The Sourcing Manager is responsible for collaborating with business partners (internal and external) to assist with writing specifications and developing appropriate timelines to ensure the supply of material and services is taken into consideration to maximize our guest experience. The Sourcing Manager prepares bid forms, handles the RFX process, analyzes bid results, and makes recommendations and awards contracts. The Sourcing Manager authorizes and processes purchase orders in accordance with Universal Orlando’s policies and procedures while taking into account total cost of ownership (TCO) for UDX. Potential to lead or supervise Sourcing Specialists, Associate Sourcing Specialists, and support staff in the future.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researches possible sources/suppliers for requested items, provides alternatives or substitutions when applicable, and assists internal requesters with select requirements. Gathers/reviews requests in various formats including technical drawings or schematics. Investigates potential bidding initiatives to address hard dollar and process savings. Establishes blanket purchase agreements with vendors setting dollar limitations and time of contract limitations.
• Facilitates the competitive bid process for all requisitions in accordance with company policies. Organize and participate in job walks, solicits price bids and proposals from qualified suppliers, conducts evaluation of all bids, and recommend suppliers for award, negotiate final prices, establish contracts, place orders, and arrange deliveries according to prescribed deadlines and timetables in conjunction with company savings goals. Works with team members from corporate offices to optimize deal terms across the enterprise.
• Interviews sales representatives and researches companies to develop new sources of supplies to update records and files, and to secure favorable terms for UDX Orlando. Compiles metrics & KPI’s for related areas.
• Partners with the Cost Control group to ensure budget compliance and to identify cost saving opportunities as they relate to a procurement perspective.
• Leads efforts related to key company initiatives
• Resolve issues of prices on purchase orders that differ from prices confirmed by suppliers.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities (KSAs) required.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Have the ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as
• Reasoning Ability: Must have the ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Communication Skills: Ability to read, interpret and analyze general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Have the ability to write; reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in various settings; one-on-one, small groups; customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years in Sourcing and Procurement of specialized/technical commodities, engineered systems and professional services. Skills in supervising or leading the work activities of others may be required.
• Construction experience highly desirable.
• MS Excel: Advanced level of analytical capabilities. Ability to gather, interpret data from multiple sources and identify economic trends.
• MS Powerpoint: Ability to translate information from analysis and convey information effectively in PowerPoint
• Experience with computerized purchasing system required. The position requires a vast knowledge of suppliers and manufacturers, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Theme Park or entertainment related company experience a plus. Strong communication and negotiation skills, good math and analytical skills as well as the ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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