Sr. Manager, Facilities at The Walt Disney Company

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Entertainment, Media, HospitalityIndustries

Requirements

+3 years of experience in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, or related areas, leading cross-functional and remote teams across multiple countries, and managing strategic suppliers and regional budgets
Strong knowledge of Facilities operations, EHS compliance, space planning, sustainability programs, and fleet management
Solid understanding of insurance programs (property, liability, automotive, and corporate risk management)
Strategic thinking and strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Vendor negotiation and contract management
Financial and cost optimization mindset
Proficiency in English and Portuguese
Willingness to travel across LATAM

Responsibilities

Supervise the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of buildings, offices, and corporate campuses across the LATAM region
Ensure compliance with Environment, Health & Safety regulations and company standards
Manage contracts with regional vendors (cleaning, security, catering, maintenance, technical services, etc.)
Implement space planning, cost optimization, and sustainability projects (energy efficiency, water, waste management)
Coordinate site moves, openings, and closures in collaboration with Real Estate and other global functions
Define regional fleet policies, including vehicle renewal, allocation, and maintenance
Negotiate agreements with leasing, maintenance, and insurance providers for the company car fleet
Monitor operational costs, fuel consumption, and emissions for the fleet
Ensure compliance with vehicle usage and road safety policies
Manage the regional insurance portfolio (property, automotive, liability, and other coverages)
Oversee policy renewals, risk analysis, and claim management for insurance
Partner with brokers and insurance companies to optimize coverage and cost
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Compliance to ensure alignment with global policies and standards
Manage local and remote Facilities teams and provide support to multiple countries across LATAM
Lead regional initiatives for standardization, digitalization, and continuous improvement
Report operational and financial KPIs to global leadership
Serve as a key liaison between global and local teams, ensuring consistency and alignment in practices and processes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Facilities ManagementVendor ManagementEHS ComplianceSpace PlanningSustainability ProjectsFleet ManagementContract ManagementProject ManagementReal Estate CoordinationCost Optimization

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the main responsibilities of the Sr. Manager, Facilities role?

The role involves supervising facilities management across LATAM sites, managing the company car fleet including policies and costs, and overseeing corporate insurance programs like policy renewals and claims.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel in LATAM?

The role requires managing local and remote teams across multiple countries in the LATAM region and coordinating site operations, suggesting regional travel and presence rather than fully remote work.

What skills or experience are needed for this facilities manager position?

Key skills include strategic leadership in facilities operations, vendor contract management, compliance with EHS regulations, fleet and insurance program oversight, and regional team leadership across LATAM.

What is the company culture like at The Walt Disney Company for this role?

The culture emphasizes building something bigger than yourself, creating world-class stories and experiences, and working collaboratively across global teams to ensure safe, efficient operations aligned with company standards.

What makes a strong candidate for the Sr. Manager, Facilities position?

Strong candidates will have experience in regional facilities strategy, vendor management, EHS compliance, fleet and insurance oversight, and leading distributed teams across multiple LATAM countries.