Full Job Description
The Director, Production Sourcing is a key member of the NBCUniversal Group Procurement Organization, responsible for leading sourcing initiatives across below-the-line physical production categories. The individual will lead procurement strategies and efforts for the Company, globally, including, for, across television studios, film, and streaming productions.
Key Responsibilities
• Work hand in hand with Studio executives and show-level executive crew leadership to deliver value, including favorable deal terms, responsive scopes of work, and best in market costs from production suppliers by:
• Executing all transactions necessary to obtain enterprise-wide value for NBCUs productions including complex RFPs and RFIs; negotiating complex deal terms and contracts; calculating savings and value benefits resulting from sourcing opportunities
• Maintaining expert working knowledge of the company's production spend, succinct categories of that spend in addition to positive working relationships with a very large base of suppliers that work with NBCU productions globally and on individual locations
• Driving adoption of preferred suppliers and negotiated agreements to increase spend under management
• Partnering with Legal, Finance and other relevant BUs on contract execution and risk management
• Tracking and communicating savings and value delivery
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 7+ years of combined experience in sourcing, procurement, production operations, or related field
• Advanced negotiation skills across complex categories with analytical cost structures that yield tangible value for the Company
• Strong analytical, financial, and stakeholder management skills
• Highly motivated self-starter and creative thinker
• Financial acumen and savings analysis expertise
• Cross-functional collaboration and influence skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in media, entertainment, or production environments
• Knowledge of below-the-line production categories
Additional Requirements:
Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $150,000 - $180,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible).
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.