Director, Procurement & Sourcing Transformation

The Director of Procurement & Sourcing Transformation is a strategic leader responsible for driving the modernization and continuous improvement of procurement and sourcing functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), this role will lead enterprise-wide procurement and sourcing transformation initiatives that enhance efficiency, increase value delivery, and foster a high-performance, agile procurement culture. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in procurement, strategic sourcing, digital transformation, and change management, along with a track record of aligning procurement strategies with enterprise goals. 

This role offers the opportunity to be on the leading edge of procurement transformation in a dynamic organization committed to excellence and innovation. The Director of Procurement & Sourcing Transformation will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of procurement, driving operational efficiency, and enhancing the organization's competitive advantage. We are looking for an individual who is self-motivated, high-energy, and committed to advancing the vision of the Global Procurement organization. Prior experience in Studio, Media, and/or Sourcing environments is required. 

Responsibilities 

• Strategic Transformation & Leadership: Support the execution of a multi-year transformation roadmap to elevate procurement and sourcing functions, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and industry best practices.  

• Agile Mindset: Foster an agile mindset by integrating methodologies such as OKRs, Agile Sourcing, and the Speed of Trust to accelerate impact. 

• Change Management: Lead change management efforts to embed a high-performance culture, ensuring adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies across the procurement organization. 

• Collaboration: Develop and maintain strong relationships with business partners, facilitating regular communication and collaboration. Act as a liaison to ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and business needs, driving problem-solving initiatives. 

• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, AI, and digital procurement platforms to enable real-time insights, smarter sourcing decisions, and predictive risk management. Utilize data analytics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of procurement and sourcing strategies and continuously improve performance.  

• Internal Alignment and Adoption: Foster a mindset shift among business leaders and stakeholders to encourage openness to collaboration and partnership within the sourcing function. 

• Trusted Advisor: Serve as a subject matter expert on sourcing processes, supplier management, and category strategy. Guide teams by coordinating regular meetings, proactively developing materials, and fostering a culture of transparency and trust. 

• ESOAR (Eliminate, Standardize, Optimize, Automate, and Robotize): Streamline procurement workflows by leveraging automation, AI, and digital tools to optimize spend management, supplier engagement, and operational efficiencies. 

• Compliance & Governance: Promote robust governance of procurement policies, regulatory compliance, and supplier risk management to ensure alignment with industry standards and best practices.  

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field; MBA or equivalent preferred. 

• 10+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role driving transformation. 

• Proven expertise in procurement transformation, strategic sourcing, supplier management, and category management. 

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, OKRs, and digital procurement technologies (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, SAP, AI-driven sourcing tools). 

• Exceptional leadership skills with experience driving organizational change, leading high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of innovation. 

• Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data-driven insights to influence decision-making. 

• Experience in stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and executive-level communication. 

• Must have strong Microsoft Office skills including PowerPoint, Excel (including advance Excel functions) and Word 

• Must be able to produce visually engaging reports to drive continuous improvement through measurement and monitoring of KPIs 

• Experience in Media and Entertainment, or Technology-based industries preferred. 

• Familiarity or subject matter expertise in one of more relevant sourcing categories preferred. 

• The candidate must be a self-starter who can work independently and proactively identify potential areas for sourcing. 

• The candidate must demonstrate aspects of the following core competencies: 

• Trusted Partner 

• Effective Communicator 

• Strategic Thinker 

• Innovative Problem Solver 

• Change Agent 

• Learner and Developer 

• Have an affinity for movies, television, entertainment, media, and content creation.