Associate Business Manager, Retail at The Walt Disney Company

Seoul, South Korea

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Retail, Entertainment, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in Account Management/Retail/E-commerce
Experience and/or a high level of interest in categories such as Toy, Fashion, and/or FMCG
Self-motivated, collaborative and a team player
Able to set clear priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively
Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
Strong sense of urgency to adjust to market dynamic and ad-hoc demand
Strong understanding of brand and property positioning, retail distribution, and licensees' production and creative capabilities/limitations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with external partners and team members
Goal-oriented mindset with a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed sales targets
Excellent presentation, communication, networking, and influencing skills
Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites (especially PowerPoint)
Fluent in Korean and business proficiency in English

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Category team to develop and implement channel-focused sales strategies and execution plans to achieve annual and quarterly business objectives for each category
Maximize the use of Disney IPs to explore new retail channels and drive retail partnerships and promotions
Create consultative sales presentations that highlight Disney’s unique differentiation by leveraging industry insights and internal resources
Expand networks within the retail and consumer goods industries to establish sustainable business models
Identify new business opportunities and develop execution strategies through market research and consumer trend analysis
Monitor business performance and sales, working closely with the Category team to support continuous growth
Partner with other Disney lines of business to strengthen brand and franchise awareness and create synergy across initiatives
Collaborate with the Marketing team to drive effective promotional activities and maximize sales performance
Develop and execute new project strategies by analyzing market trends and categories, and building partnerships with key market channels
Maximize sales and brand impact through close collaboration with Category and Marketing team

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

market analysissales strategypartnership buildingretail channelsconsumer trendsbusiness developmentsales presentationsnetworkingIP licensingbrand management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the basic qualifications for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline, minimum 5 years of experience in Account Management/Retail/E-commerce, and experience or high interest in categories like Toy, Fashion, and/or FMCG.

What key skills are required for the Associate Business Manager position?

The role requires strong commercial acumen, partnership-building capabilities, interpersonal and negotiation skills, presentation skills, and a goal-oriented mindset to meet sales targets.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does Disney's company culture emphasize?

Disney's culture centers on innovation, imagination, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive employee experience with continuous learning, development, and achievement through global growth and collaboration.