Assistant Manager, NAM Consumables- Consumer Packaged Goods- Foods

About the role

About the Role & Team Disney Consumer Products (DCP), part of The Walt Disney Company, brings Disney’s iconic stories and characters to life through innovative partnerships. By collaborating with best-in-class brands, from global industry leaders to emerging innovators, DCP translates storytelling into compelling products that resonate with consumers and drive cultural relevance across the marketplace. 
 
 The Assistant Manager, Licensing Consumables (Consumer Packaged Goods) plays a critical role in shaping and scaling this business, leading a portfolio of categories and licensees to drive revenue growth, unlock new opportunities, and build culturally relevant, consumer-led product strategies that elevate Disney brands in the retail landscape. The Assistant Manager is responsible for managing one or several sub-categories and the associated licensee base with the goal of meeting or exceeding predetermined revenue targets and growth objectives. 
 
 This is a full-time role 
 
 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 
 Serve as the category ambassador internally and externally 
 
 Financial Planning & Performance Management 
 Own financial performance for assigned categories, including annual planning and quarterly forecasting 
 Analyze licensee and retailer performance and define growth targets aligned with DCP goals 
 Monitor retail performance and provide ongoing business insights and recommendations 
 
 Licensee & Retailer Management 
 Manage day-to-day relationships with licensees, including contract negotiations, approvals, and compliance 
 Build and maintain strong relationships with key retail partners to unlock growth opportunities 
 Partner with Product Design to develop compelling, high-quality products aligned with Disney IP 
 Ensure all products meet Disney quality standards and brand guidelines 
 Partner with Brand Commercialization, Marketing, and Sales teams to execute integrated campaigns 
 Support team initiatives including presentations, financial analysis, and operational processes 
 
 Experience in brand licensing, retail, or consumer products preferred 
 Strong understanding of the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Food and retail landscape, including distribution and go-to-market strategies preferred 
 Excellent organizational and project management skills 
 Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial tracking systems 
 
 Bachelor’s degree preferred 
 
 
 Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. 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.