DESCRIPTION:
The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for assisting Sourcing Manger in managing the collectible category for
Shanghai Disney Resort. The Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for assisting Sourcing Manager in monitoring
the sample development submission due date, order/production follow-up. The Sourcing Specialist will also assist
Sourcing Manager to initiate vendor set-up, ISU, PLM form and data entry upon order award.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assist Sourcing Manager to meet measurable efficiencies of team communications, tasks, and overall
workflow to support continuous improvement.
Collaborates with Quality Assurance team to ensure products placed with managed suppliers are meeting
Disney quality standards.
Manage production tracking report, driving communication and troubleshooting exceptions and delays
proactively
Assist Sourcing Manager to initiate vendor set-up process in the system.
Work with suppliers to ensure cost is updated timely in PLM, enabling Sourcing Manager to manage order
award process.
Supports Sourcing Manager to consolidate discussion notes with factory and Product Design to seek new
ideas, art techniques, applications and materials to drive product innovation.
Follow up with suppliers to provide corrective action plan for Manager’s review to elevate supplier
performance with measurable results.
Proactively addresses issues or delivery delays to Sourcing Manager timely.
CORE SKILLS:
Knowledge of product-specific construction standards, materials, and manufacturing processes/techniques.
Good negotiation skills.
Proficient in English and Mandarin.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to influence vendors and drive production and operational efficiency
Understanding of China testing, safety, and labeling requirements and impact to product design
Experience in merchandise sourcing and production management.
Strong computer skills. (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, MicroCharts, etc.)
Ability to work on multiple projects within specified time frames.
Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3 years’ experience in Global Sourcing and/or Merchandising
Bachelor’s Degree
Product-specific technical degree and/or manufacturing experience a plus
Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
Ability to communicate in other languages would be a plus