Job Posting Title:

Manager, Strategy & Planning

Req ID:

10107815

Job Description:

About the Role & Team:

At 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!

The Strategy and Planning Team is a highly visible team that collaborates with executive leaders in Disney Consumer Products (DCP) to develop strategies that drive business growth, with a clear path from strategy development to execution and impact assessment.

We seek a candidate with experience in retail/product strategy, management consulting, investment banking, corporate development, or private equity to support the development and execution of DCP’s growth strategy. The role requires superior analytical and modeling skills as well as a proven ability to collaborate across a diverse range of collaborators, including multiple levels of management within DCP and across The Walt Disney Company. You will report to the Senior Manager, Strategy & Planning.

What You Will Do:

Define and analyze consumer and retail trends across major markets, and translate analysis into substantial takeaways to formulate strategic recommendations

Work collaboratively with internal partners to develop and implement global growth initiatives related to geographic, brand or category expansion

Research and analyze new or evolving markets to assess whitespace opportunities

Conduct financial analyses to evaluate the size of the prize for new business opportunities

Develop go-to-market strategies for new business opportunities, incorporating inputs from various internal collaborators across teams

Create compelling presentation materials such as decks and briefs; verbally communicate key takeaways and recommendations with internal partners

Provide inputs for components of Disney’s annual strategic planning process with oversight from other Strategy & Planning team members

Work on multiple projects simultaneously with varying deliverable dates and consistently deliver projects on time

Proactively develop and maintain relationships with internal junior stakeholders and external data providers

Required Qualifications & Skills:

5-7 years of progressively related experience in retail/product strategy, management consulting, investment banking, corporate development, or private equity

Strong analytical and financial modeling skills

Ability to quickly adapt information from various sources to construct a compelling and concise narrative

Previous experience working on cross-functional initiatives in a prior role

Strong problem-solving skills such as prioritization, critical thinking, and hypothesis development

Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment with rapid project turnarounds required

Ability to think pragmatically, not just theoretically, and drive execution of concepts

Outstanding multi-tasking and collaboration capabilities

Ability to handle ambiguity where information is limited, timelines are tight, and expectations are high

Outstanding verbal and written communications skills with the ability to develop cogent arguments and present them concisely to internal partners, including executives

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

This position is available to be based in Glendale, CA or Orlando, FL.

Benefits and Perks: 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.

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $113,800.00 to $152,500.00 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.

Job Posting Segment:

NA - Business Planning

Job Posting Primary Business:

NA - Business Planning

Primary Job Posting Category:

Business Development (General)

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - FL - 1390 Celebration Blvd

Date Posted:

2024-12-18