VP, Technology Vendor Strategy & Management

Job Summary:Job Description Vice President, Technology Vendor Strategy & ManagementAt Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt’s passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world—a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences — and we’re constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence.About the Role:The Vice President, Technology Vendor Strategy & Management will lead and transform Disney’s enterprise Vendor Management Office (VMO), setting the strategy, operating model, and accountability structure for the company’s most strategic technology suppliers.Reporting to the VP, Technology Strategy (Enterprise Technology & Data), this executive will scale a disciplined VMO function that strengthens governance, commercial rigor, service excellence, and risk management across Disney’s global technology footprint.This is a highly visible role that partners closely with Technology, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and senior business leaders.This role is central to how Disney manages one of its largest areas of investment: third-party technology partnerships. The leader will help ensure Disney drives measurable value, improves operational resilience, and remains technologically competitive at scale.What You’ll DoShaping enterprise vendor strategy and the multi-year roadmap and operating model. Define how Disney manages and drives value from key technology suppliersAlign vendor strategy to enterprise priorities, performance standards, and business outcomesOwn vendor governance and performance at scaleEstablish executive oversight frameworks, KPIs, and escalation modelsOversee performance of strategic suppliers and managed services engagementsDrive financial value and commercial outcomesPartner with Finance, Procurement, and Sourcing to optimize spend, consumption, and contract valueDeliver measurable cost savings, efficiency gains, and improved service outcomesStrengthen risk management and complianceEstablish standards for contract compliance, vendor risk, and service continuityProactively identify and mitigate operational, financial, and delivery risksAct as a senior advisor to enterprise leadersTranslate vendor performance, risk, and financial insights into clear executive decisionsInfluence leaders across Technology and business teams without direct authorityLead transformation of the VMO functionModernize tools, processes, and metrics to scale impactBuild a high-performing team with strong accountability and clear prioritiesRequired Qualifications12+ years of experience, including significant leadership experienceProven experience leading enterprise technology vendor management or sourcing functionsDeep expertise in supplier governance, managed services, and performance management (SLAs, KPIs, XLAs)Strong track record managing large, complex vendor ecosystems and outsourcing engagementsDemonstrated ability to deliver financial value (cost optimization, contract performance, risk mitigation)Executive-level communication and influence skills, with the ability to align Technology, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and business stakeholders in a matrixed environmentStrong leadership experience driving transformation in matrixed organizationsUnderstanding of technology trends and common architecture patternsPreferred QualificationsExperience leading complex vendor negotiations, renewals, or large-scale sourcing initiativesBackground building data-driven vendor performance dashboards and governance frameworksFormal training or certification in sourcing, procurement, or contract negotiationEducationBachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering or Business or equivalent experienceAdvanced degree or relevant certifications preferredThe hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $251,900 -$337,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.