VP, Global Procurement

Company 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 theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

The Position

The Vice President, Global Procurement for Technology, will be a part of lean and critical function of Versant called Global Procurement and will lead Strategic Sourcing activities related to technology.  This includes but is not limited to Hardware, Software, Cloud, AI, Telecom, and IT Professional Services. This leader will build relationships with the technology teams across all cable entities and digital assets, in partnership, to deliver innovative solutions that drive efficiency at scale across Versant and pursue the company’s global sourcing objectives and initiatives.

This is an extraordinary leadership opportunity for a highly motivated and dynamic leader with demonstrated procurement experience in managing complex projects.  This position requires a strong knowledge of executing transformational leadership in a high growth and fast paced organization. This individual must have the ability to excel in a highly matrixed environment, efficiently define strategies and execute towards results with focus and a sense of urgency.

This leader will be expected to drive value and be held accountable to the Technology Procurement goals of Versant.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Overall Leadership:

• Serve as an energetic, hands-on, and decisive leader and trusted advisor while maintaining a high-level view. A curious thinker who is positive and a motivated team player with a participative management style that looks to include and teach others.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within Global Procurement and Versant.
• Lead by example and take ownership and accountability for projects and executes using operational best practices.
• Create an environment in which performance excellence is fostered and develop a culture that supports change efforts and fresh perspectives.
• Negotiation and Contracting, Business Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management and Category Management.

Strategic Sourcing:

• Develop and execute deal/ category strategies in conjunction with stakeholders and rapidly resolve issues across multiple deals and categories simultaneously. This includes making logical and sound recommendations despite ambiguities and uncertainties.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and establish supplier relationships to achieve favorable terms and pricing.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management:

• Own relationships with executive stakeholders, be a trusted advisor for all sourcing matters within the construction and facilities towers.
• Strong leadership capability with proven ability to establish, maintain and influence stakeholders at senior levels.
• Develop alignment with the wider business and stakeholders to actively get involved in demand management initiatives, deliver optimal value by focusing on outcomes and delivering on cost savings opportunities.

Operational Excellence:

• Be forward thinking and solutions focused. This includes the ability to anticipate problems, recognizing the broader implication of issues, awareness of internal/external factors and develop responses/solutions to proactively address such situations.
• There should be a high level of transparency into the work that is being done by and across the team, whether in negotiation & contracting, category management, business relationship management, and deal approvals

Data Analysis & Reporting:

• Use data and apply robust analytics to model various business scenarios and analyze resulting cost, impact, risks, and benefits to inform and recommend business solutions.
• Present commercial related reports and solutions to senior management and key business partners

Qualifications

The Person

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of progressive strategic sourcing/procurement experience at a senior level
• Expert level Technology procurement experience a Must, including principles, methods and practices related to strategic sourcing, and complex negotiations; a proven track record of high value, complex deal-making success with sole source vendors. 
• Demonstrated success in negotiating and contracting strategic initiatives
• Expert in applying job knowledge, business experience and financial understanding to make effective decisions that balance costs, risks, and sustainability
• Expert business development/relationship management skills.
• Media and Entertainment industry experience required.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to manage an ever changing and complex environment with minimal oversight/guidance.
• All hands on deck mentality.
• Independent, critical thinkers a must.
• Must be able to effectively manage internal and external senior-level stakeholder relationships
• Must be able to Excellent oral and written communication skill with the ability to listen, understand and influence; confidence and presence to engage with vendors and senior leadership
• A high level of interpersonal and project management skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally, and problem-solving skills; must be able to thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail, positive attitude and ability to work as a team member.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions around identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement
• Advanced skills in PowerPoint
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law or related field is a plus
• MBA or JD strongly preferred

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be willing to work onsite a minimum of 3 days per week in Universal City, CA.
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

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: $195,000 - $230,000 (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. 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.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.