Manager, Softlines Licensing – Bedding, Textiles and Craft
Candidate-se agora mesmo! Candidatar-se depois Job ID 10118724 Local Glendale, Califórnia, Estados Unidos / Celebration, Flórida, Estados Unidos Empresa Disney Experiences Data da publicação 29/05/2025Descrição do cargo:
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.
Be Part of the Story as the Manager, North America Brand Commercialization, Softlines Licensing. This role oversees the growth and management of various Home categories, including Bedding & Textiles and Craft. This role is essential in bringing the Disney, Marvel, and Lucas brands to market through innovative products that appeal to our consumers.
This role will report to the Sr. Manager, North American Brand Commercialization Softlines.
This is a Full Time role.
What You Will Do:
Finance and Business Planning:
Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth for Bedding & Textiles and Craft categories across Disney, Marvel, and Lucas franchises
Manage and track annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for assigned categories, identifying risks and opportunities to inform decision-making
Identify and evaluate new business opportunities to support long-term category growth
Category & Product Management:
Develop and implement category strategies aligned with franchise priorities, consumer insights, and market dynamics
Collaborate with licensees to launch high-quality, trend-driven products that reflect Disney's brand standards
Serve as the category expert by staying ahead of trends, competitive landscapes, and retail needs to guide product development and planning
Oversee the product lifecycle to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and brand requirements
Retail & Marketing Strategy:
Build and maintain relationships with retail counterparts to secure product placements and maximize opportunities
Conduct regular store checks and performance reviews to continuously refine product assortments and strategies
Collaborate with retail and marketing teams to build go-to-market strategies utilizing social media and digital platforms to drive awareness and sales
Cross-Team Collaboration:
Act as the primary liaison between licensees and internal teams, ensuring alignment across creative, legal, finance, and retail teams
Provide product and category insights to support marketing campaigns, brand presentations, and sales initiatives
Collaborate with other teams to identify coordination opportunities
Manage the licensee portfolio, including contract negotiation, approvals, marketing submissions, and day-to-day communication
Assist the Senior Manager with contracts, financial analysis, presentations, and other special projects
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Minimum 5 years of experience in licensing or category management, preferably in home categories
Strong understanding of product trends and brand positioning
Knowledge of the retail landscape, including direct-to-consumer and traditional retail
Highly organized with excellent project management skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills
Self-motivated with a positive attitude, able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, high volume of products, and adapt to changing priorities
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); knowledge of Keynote is preferred
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Additional Information:
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 $103,500.00-$138,800.00 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.
Sobre Disney Experiences:
O Disney Experiences dá vida à magia das histórias e franquias Disney com parques temáticos, resorts, navios de cruzeiro, experiências de férias exclusivas, produtos e muito mais em todo o mundo. A Disney brilha no setor de viagens com seis destinos de resort nos Estados Unidos, na Europa e na Ásia; uma linha de cruzeiros de primeira; um programa popular de propriedade de férias; e um premiado segmento de aventura em família guiado. Além disso, as operações globais de produtos de consumo da Disney incluem os principais negócios de licenciamento do mundo, as maiores marcas de publicações infantis do mundo, um dos maiores licenciadores de jogos do mundo em todas as plataformas; e lojas Disney no mundo todo e na internet.
Sobre The Walt Disney Company:
A The Walt Disney Company, juntamente com suas subsidiárias e afiliadas, é uma líder diversificada em entretenimento familiar e mídia internacional que inclui três segmentos principais de negócios: Disney Entertainment, ESPN e Disney Experiences. Desde seus primeiros passos como um estúdio de desenho animado na década de 1920 até se tornar o atual nome de destaque na indústria do entretenimento, a Disney orgulhosamente dá continuidade a seu legado de criação de histórias e experiências de padrão internacional para toda a família. As histórias, personagens e experiências da Disney tocam consumidores e visitantes de todas as partes do mundo. Com operações em mais de 40 países, nossos funcionários e colaboradores trabalham juntos para criar experiências de entretenimento adoradas por todos.
Esta vaga é oferecida junto à Disney Consumer Products, Inc., que é parte de um segmento de negócios que chamamos de Disney Experiences.
Disney Consumer Products, Inc. é um empregador de oportunidades iguais. Os candidatos serão selecionados para emprego independente de raça, religião, cor, sexo, orientação sexual, gênero, identidade de gênero, expressão de gênero, nacionalidade, ancestralidade, idade, estado civil, status militar ou de veterano, quadro clínico, informações genéticas ou deficiência, ou qualquer outro motivo proibido por lei federal, estadual ou local. A Disney defende um ambiente de negócios em que ideias e decisões de todas as pessoas nos ajudam a crescer, inovar, criar as melhores histórias e ser relevantes em um mundo em constante evolução.