Strategy & Transformation Manager

Job Summary:

About the Role & TeamAt Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives! From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world.Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Strategy and Transformation, this individual will support and influence the strategic direction of Parks Product Development & Retail organization by developing and implementing strategies to support long-term growth.This individual will work on the crucial initiatives that will equip The Walt Disney Company to unlock its next waves of innovation, increased value, and leverage to the organization!What You Will Do

Contribute to strategic vision and objectives of the Parks Product Development & Retail (PPDR) group through support of long-range plansImplement consumer-led, and product-specific business strategies for priority initiatives that build long-term value for the segmentSupervise ongoing results of key initiatives & critical metrics while proactively recommending adjustments based on business need or market indicators (balance goal setting and learning on the fly)Maintain a strong awareness of the global merchandise business, including knowledge of licensed, vertical, and flexible business modelsAdept in analyzing data and building compelling business cases grounded in analyticsDevelop dynamic tools and reports (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, etc.) to monitor initiative progressDesign and implement project plans to streamline new initiative rolloutsLead cross-functional project teams and manage project timelines and deliverablesIdentify and mitigate project risks and issues, ensuring successful project completion.Lead critical change management strategies to ensure initiatives are successfulPrepare and present cohesive materials on strategies to senior executive leadership applying compelling visualsLead competing priorities and consistently navigate ambiguity and complexityPartner closely with key internal partners to drive strategies & initiatives (Corporate Alliance, Operating Participants, Site Operations, DCP)Lead communication strategies in partnership with leadership team.Drive strategy and seamless experience across all Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique experiencesProvide Line-of-Sight Visibility and Critical Connection Across Parks Product Development & RetailProvide line-of-sight to Sr. Manager on high-priority initiatives and daily business issuesDemonstrate political savviness with keen understanding of how organizations function and ability to influence peers and leadersCollaborate cross-functionally to unlock areas of intersection / interdependency (“connect the dots”)Build and champion collaborative partnerships across functions and departments within Parks Product Development & RetailCreate a positive environment where partners are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectivesPrepare compelling executive level presentations in PowerPoint and/or Keynote.

Required Qualifications & Skills

5 years of experience in a related fieldExperience in Merchandising/Planning for vertical specialty retail or Theme Park environmentValidated analytical capabilitiesOutstanding problem-solving skills – probes for answers and looks beyond the obvious, can see hidden problems and proactively addresses them, grounded in the big pictureConsistent track record of excelling at working in—or with—large matrixed organizationsProfessional communication skills and capacity to develop and deliver presentations, including demonstrated proficiency in crafting strong, visually compelling materialsGreat teammate with dedication to building strong partnerships with cross-functional teamsExpertise in project management with ability to balance shifting priorities to manage and deliver complex projects on timeProficiency in PowerPoint and/or Keynote

Education

Bachelor Degree in relevant field of study or equivalent work experience

Preferred Education

MBA (and minimum of 3 years of post-MBA work experience)

Additional InformationOur Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits#LI-REQ#DXMedia#CPGPJobs#LI-Onsite