Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Looking for Commercial Manager NZ, Softlines at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

Based in our NZ office in Auckland, the Commercial Manager will report into Australia and work with key partners to drive the consumer products business across both mass market, grocery and specialty retail.

The management of a leading NZ retailer DTR (Direct to Retail) account and driving new business opportunities within New Zealand retail is core to this role. The role will also manage a portfolio of Australian based partners & retailers remotely.

The Commercial Manager will be responsible for maximising the sub-categories that they manage and delivering AOP (budget). The role will work closely with internal stakeholders, develop plans to support category growth and build strong relationship with licensees and retailers to deliver meaningful programmes to consumers.

Your main areas of responsibility will include:

Partner Management: Manage key licensee accounts across sub-categories within the Softlines ANZ business; Manage key retail stakeholders across specialty, grocery and mass market; Drive performance of partners through building relationships, business reviews, strategic planning, joint pitching, and representation

Contract / Finance Management: Responsible for achieving AOP (budget) target for all managed partners; Management of licensee performance, data, contracts, on-boarding, and adherence to Disney contractual requirements

Category Expertise: Develop understanding of retail needs and environment, including overall company performance and strategic direction with particular focus on retailers and channels which align with licensee core competencies

Brand Champion: Represent and drive the priorities across the Disney portfolio, ensuring these are positioned to partners in relevant ways for their business

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a sales or marketing environment
• Tertiary qualifications in Business/Marketing would be an advantage
• Licensing experience would be an advantage
• Experience within the Home and Fashion categories would be an advantage
• Financial experience with relation to forecasting and budgeting
• Good understanding of the New Zealand retail environment

Additional Information:

This is unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination then apply now!

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.