Sr. Manager, Production Sourcing Job at NBCUniversal, Universal City, CA

  • NBCUniversal
  • Universal City, CA

Job Description



NBCUniversal 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 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 Description



Position Summary

The 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 Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing initiatives to deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance aligned with production needs
  • Act as a sourcing partner to Production teams, providing support from pre-production through execution
  • Develop and implement category strategies leveraging spend data, market insights, and supplier benchmarking
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align sourcing strategies and resolve issues in real time
  • Lead RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluation, and contract negotiations across production categories
  • Drive adoption of preferred suppliers and negotiated agreements to increase spend under management
  • Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring service quality and contract compliance
  • Partner with Legal, Finance and other relevant BUs on contract execution and risk management
  • Track and communicate savings and value delivery

Qualifications



Basic

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, production operations, or related field
  • Advanced negotiation skills across complex categories with analytical cost structures
  • Strong analytical, financial, and stakeholder management skills
  • Proven negotiation experience and track record of delivering cost savings
  • Highly motivated self-starter and creative thinker
  • Supplier and contract management experience
  • 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

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: $120,000-$140,000 (bonus 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. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Local area

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