Disney Entertainment & ESPN TechnologyOn any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.Business Operations is the glue of DE&E Technology, with a relentless focus on connecting all the pieces of the business. All the components that make up the organization – engineering, product, design, operations, support and more – come together and move the business forward with oversight, effective prioritization, and guidance. This team synthesizes information from across the business to ensure leaders are armed with all the necessary data before making strategic and financial decisions. From forecasting, funding, tracking, and reporting on projects, to ways of working, and resource management, Business Operations has visibility and input into all aspects of the team.The Technology Procurement Analyst I is responsible for the procurement of goods and services and related vendor payments for DEEP&T. You will work closely with DEEP&T business groups to procure goods and contract requests timely and accurately and in compliance with required delivery dates and departmental guidelines. You will work with budget owners and project managers to assist with any purchasing requirements to help support budget management. You will confirm DEEP&T leadership approvals have occurred, Strategic Sourcing has been engaged (where applicable), and the correct legal documentation is in place before committing to procure any goods or services. You will also provide SAP/Maximo purchasing troubleshooting as necessary.What You Will Do:
Support DEEP&T with the procurement of goods and service and ensure proper account coding.
Understand TWDC policies and procedures and procure goods and services within the set guidelines.
Receive all invoices, obtain proper approvals, and perform Service Entries in SAP.
Review blocked invoices and perform research to resolve vendor payment issues.
Provide periodic SAP reporting as requested, including vendor history, purchasing trends, project actual/committed spend, etc.
Run and review PO open commitment reports for capital and operating expense to ensure accuracy in dollars remaining and delivery dates.
Provide SAP purchasing, Maximo, and ProPath troubleshooting/training as necessary.
Identify and create efficiencies to streamline and simplify the procurement process for DEEP&T.
Backup other Procurement Analysts and support other special projects as needed.
Research issues for the team as needed.
Support Management of the DEEP&T Portfolio Management team as needed.
What You Will Bring:Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 0+ years of experience in fast-moving procurement business environment.
Bachelor's degree in related field and/or equivalent business experience with administrative or procurement/contract background.
Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is critical.
Excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills.
Proficient use of MS Office programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Understanding of the working knowledge of SAP procure-to-pay processes and tax policies.
Understanding of work breakdown structures used within SAP.
Subject matter knowledge of procurement processes related to Technology (vendors, equipment, etc.), general working knowledge of legal contracts, and understanding of basic finance (Capital Expenses vs Operational Expenses) a plus.
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