Senior Marketing Manager - Hardlines (Fixed-term contract) at The Walt Disney Company

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Consumer Products, Entertainment, MarketingIndustries

Requirements

Degree-level education or equivalent experience in brand marketing
Significant experience leading regional campaigns across multiple markets
Expertise in multi-platform marketing, including retail, experiential, and digital
Strong understanding of cultural sensitivities and ability to create content for diverse audiences
Proven leadership skills and experience managing budgets and teams
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus

Responsibilities

Drive Hardlines Marketing Strategy: Lead the vision, creation, and execution of annual marketing plans specifically for the Hardlines business, collaborating with global and regional teams to craft campaign toolkits and pitch decks
Orchestrate Hardlines Campaigns: Manage the full campaign lifecycle, including workflow, budgeting, timelines, and insightful reporting; host regular status meetings to align stakeholders and manage team resources
Deliver Multi-Channel Success: Lead cross-functional teams to launch Hardlines campaigns across retail, digital, experiential, and above-the-line channels; partner with creative teams and agencies to develop marketing assets
Champion Leadership & Growth: Act as an inspiring, inclusive leader, fostering creativity, collaboration, and innovation; support professional development of direct reports, champion diversity and inclusion

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Marketing StrategyCampaign ManagementB2B CommunicationsConsumer EngagementPRBrand ManagementFranchise ManagementPitch DecksMarket InsightsTrend Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

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

This is a fixed-term contract position located at the London office in Hammersmith, requiring four days of on-site attendance per week.

What is the duration of this contract?

This is a fixed-term contract running until January 2027.

What key skills are required for the Senior Marketing Manager role?

Candidates need strategic insight, creative problem-solving skills, commercial acumen, ability to champion innovation, embrace diverse perspectives, and monitor industry and consumer trends.

What is the company culture like at Disney for this team?

Disney is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, encouraging people from all backgrounds to apply and build a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered. The role involves acting as an inspiring, inclusive leader, fostering creativity, collaboration, innovation, supporting professional development, and championing diversity and inclusion.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Marketing Manager position?

Strong candidates bring strategic insight, creative problem-solving, commercial acumen, leadership to foster innovation and inclusion, and experience in marketing strategy, campaign management, and cross-functional collaboration.