Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc
Director, Procurement & Sourcing Transformation
Sony Pictures Entertainment, Inc, Culver City, California, United States, 90232
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
d
rive 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.
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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
d
rive 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.
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