Business Manager at The Walt Disney Company

Seoul, South Korea

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

5–7 years of experience in account or product management roles in mid-to-large organizations
2+ years leading teams or cross-functional initiatives
Experience in omnichannel retail (online/offline); background in branded entertainment or consumer products a plus
Bilingual fluency in English and Korean, with strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinker with strong execution ability and commercial acumen
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and effective at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, matrixed environments
Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables), PowerPoint, and Outlook
Results-driven, proactive, and a collaborative team player
Passionate about the Disney brand and building strong internal/external relationships

Responsibilities

Support the development of business and assortment strategies for the assigned account, including supporting franchise and product-line direction for both external partners and internal cross-functional teams, aligning with financial goals
Provide ongoing support to the partner through weekly trade reviews and quarterly planning to drive sales performance and identify growth opportunities
Collaborate closely with integrated retail teams and cross-functional partners (e.g., The Disney Store teams, Licensing, Franchise, Product Development, Retail Marketing) to ensure alignment and successful execution of plans
Develop and update departmental strategies by leveraging financial, consumer, and product trend insights to align with divisional goals and overall retail vision
Track retail and consumer trends to inform account strategies, discover innovative opportunities, and support growth
Use inventory data to identify opportunities and enhance performance
Drive account initiatives by collaborating with partners to achieve financial goals, offering guidance on merchandising, marketing, and product management
Collaborate on product assortments by working with internal teams to present quarterly assortments to account buyers, ensuring alignment with market demand and retail objectives
Oversee the full P&L for assigned accounts, partnering with finance to drive profitability and performance
Present quarterly finance forecasts to senior management and cross-functional teams
Support partner in managing inventory planning, purchasing, and merchandising to optimize stock levels and minimize overstock risks
Partner with marketing teams to manage account-specific campaigns and secure necessary approvals
Oversee product photography, copy, and content for assigned accounts on retailer websites
Conduct gap analysis to uncover business opportunities and guide assortment and planning decisions

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Business StrategyAssortment PlanningTrade ReviewsSales PerformanceTrend AnalysisFinancial AnalysisMerchandisingProduct ManagementRetail MarketingInventory ManagementCross-functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Business Manager role?

Candidates need 5–7 years of experience in account or product management roles in mid-to-large organizations, plus 2+ years of additional relevant experience.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture emphasize at Disney?

Disney's culture centers on innovation, imagination, and inclusion, fostering continuous learning, development, achievement, global growth, and collaboration.

What makes a strong candidate for this Business Manager position?

Strong candidates will have 5–7 years in account or product management, experience with P&L oversight, trend analysis, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration in retail or consumer goods.