Assistant Manager, Licensing & Consumables (NAM)

The Walt Disney Company; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Savings benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking an Assistant Manager, Licensing Consumables (Consumer Packaged Goods) to lead a licensing portfolio, drive revenue growth, and build consumer-led product strategies across licensed categories. This full-time role reports to NAM Consumables and focuses on meeting revenue targets with licensees and retailers.

You will shape category strategy, manage licensees, and ensure product launches align with retail and brand guidelines, contributing to Disney’s retail

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in brand licensing, retail, or consumer products preferred.
• Strong understanding of CPG Food and retail landscape and go-to-market strategies preferred.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Analytical and strategic mindset.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies to drive revenue growth and achieve financial targets.
• Build annual business plans by brand, retailer and franchise, identifying key growth opportunities.
• Analyze market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive landscape to inform strategy.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities with both new and existing licensees.
• Serve as the category ambassador internally and externally.
• Own financial performance for assigned categories, including planning and forecasting.
• Monitor retail performance and provide ongoing business insights and recommendations.
• Manage day-to-day relationships with licensees, including contract negotiations and approvals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key retail partners to unlock growth opportunities.
• Ensure product assortments and launches align with retail strategies and consumer demand.
• Partner with Product Design to develop high-quality products aligned with Disney IP.
• Oversee product strategy, merchandising plans, and marketing alignment to maximize sell-through.
• Ensure all products meet Disney quality standards and brand guidelines.
• Support sales and marketing teams with product information and pitches.
• Collaborate with Brand Commercialization, Marketing, and Sales teams on integrated campaigns.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Collaborative team player

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial tracking systems

Job description

The Walt Disney Company is seeking an Assistant Manager, Licensing Consumables (Consumer Packaged Goods) to lead a licensing portfolio, drive revenue growth, and build consumer-led product strategies across licensed categories. This full-time role reports to NAM Consumables and focuses on meeting revenue targets with licensees and retailers.

You will shape category strategy, manage licensees, and ensure product launches align with retail and brand guidelines, contributing to Disney’s retail