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Manager, Global Merchandise Sourcing and Product Development

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Job Description:

We lead product development and sourcing strategies for global product categories across all markets and channels—including Direct to Consumer Retail, shopDisney.com, Theme Parks & Resorts, and Partner Led Retail. This role develops short- and long-term supplier strategies to support global distribution, balancing localization, speed-to-market, financial goals, and seasonal objectives. Strategies also advance sustainability and source country diversification. Success in this role requires detailed knowledge of product categories, a strong understanding of global retail and sourcing trends, and a passion for product development. You must maximize quality and value for consumers while meeting internal financial and strategic goals. Domestic and international travel is required.

Job Responsibility:

  • Develop supplier strategies with Disney Global Sourcing (DGS) and Merchandise Production
  • Complete annual supplier scorecards and SWOTs
  • Lead business planning and performance reviews
  • Collaborate on seasonal sourcing presentations, including trade updates and cost forecasts
  • Support sourcing initiatives: Sustainability, Product Quality, Cost Control, Country Diversification, Labor Standards, Innovation
  • Recommend sustainable engineering solutions
  • Partner with Product Design for final samples and vendor placement
  • Optimize productivity and profitability by mitigating cost drivers
  • Manage costing and vendor placement, including variants for all regions
  • Partner on tariff engineering and direct re-costing/re-development
  • Utilize tools (AI, PLM, Business Objects, Microsoft Office) for costing and development
  • Oversee sample approvals and monitor development progress against milestones
  • Communicate status updates in weekly cross-functional meetings
  • Prepare standard/ad-hoc reports (calendars, status updates)
  • Ensure products meet safety and quality standards
  • Monitor quarterly Product Review Requests (PRRs)
  • Manage data entry workflows (item setups, financial maps, invoicing)
  • Build strong partnerships with suppliers and cross-functional teams
  • Lead development and costing meetings with suppliers and international partners
  • Facilitate quarterly supplier/vendor meetings
  • Attend quarterly strategy meetings
  • Develop high-performing, adaptable teams
  • Foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and accountability
  • Coach and provide regular feedback
  • Act as a change agent and role model
  • Build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
  • Lead cross-functional team members through all aspects of supplier strategy, cost negotiation, placement, product development, product safety/quality changes and on-time deliveries
  • Lead and direct employee development, engagement and diversity

Requirements:

  • 5 or more years of progressive experience in Product Development/Design, Merchandising, or Sourcing for specialty retail or consumer products in a global, omni-channel environment or equivalent experience
  • 3 or more years of experience leading and developing high performing teams
  • Experience in Sourcing and/or Product Development of multiple product categories
  • Relevant category experience in a Sourcing, Product Development, or Merchandising role
  • Strong team player with collaborative and effective management style
  • Successful experience working in a highly matrixed company structure
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multiple design, merchandising, and channel commercial partners
  • Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
  • Interpersonal skills with the ability to influence a diverse audience
  • Experience working with external clients and business owners to bring products and assortments to the market
  • Negotiation, financial acumen and strategic thinking
  • Ability to drive execution against margin goals and annual operating/financial plans
  • Ability to manage multiple SKU’s and timelines/deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for product creation and item detail
  • Command of manufacturing processes, materialization, and the key drivers of cost in development
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally
  • Schedule flexibility to accommodate global time zones
  • Bachelor’s degree in Merchandising/Product Development/Design, Retail Management, General/International Business, Supply Chain related experience
What we offer:
  • Health and savings benefits
  • Educational opportunities
  • Special extras that only Disney can provide

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Job Posted:
January 15, 2026

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