Port Strategy & Commercial Partnerships Lead

Disney Cruise Line Careers; Celebration (FL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Senior Manager, Port Strategy Commercial Relations to lead the global port portfolio’s commercial relationships and infrastructure initiatives. You will partner with port authorities and industry partners, drive complex negotiations, and shape long-term strategies to support fleet deployment and guest experience.

You will develop executive-level analyses and presentations, manage cross-functional programs, and ensure alignment across Deployment, Itinerary

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in port strategy or related field.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint for modeling and presentations.
• Experience in contract negotiations and stakeholder management.
• Strong project management and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day commercial relations for all ports.
• Negotiate and structure port agreements including berthing rights.
• Oversee contract execution and lifecycle management.
• Develop financial and operational models for projects.
• Prepare executive-level presentations on project status.
• Engage with port authorities and industry partners.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Contract negotiations

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Disney Cruise Line is seeking a Senior Manager, Port Strategy Commercial Relations to lead the global port portfolio’s commercial relationships and infrastructure initiatives. You will partner with port authorities and industry partners, drive complex negotiations, and shape long-term strategies to support fleet deployment and guest experience.

You will develop executive-level analyses and presentations, manage cross-functional programs, and ensure alignment across Deployment, Itinerary