Senior Manager - Business Transformation

Job ID 10103002 Location Celebration, Florida, United States / Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Oct. 17, 2024

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.

Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us!

Reporting to the Executive that leads WDI Business Transformation & Workforce Strategy, the Business Transformation Senior Manager is responsible for identifying, developing, and driving a large portfolio of business transformation and process improvement opportunities for Walt Disney Imagineering. This role drives and coordinate complex projects that bring together cross-functional teams and partners across WDI to drive transformative efforts. The position requires a proven collaborator who is forward thinking, seeks innovative solutions, and can balance analytical capabilities with creative, business savvy and a calm demeanor to drive challenging work to deliver results.

What You Will Do:

Lead WDI Business Transformation strategy and execution in partnership with key stakeholders across Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Experiences
Identify and lead transformational efforts that include reinvention of existing processes and business rules using data driven visualization.
Prioritize resourcing of transformational efforts based on holistic impacts to the organization and segment
Advance new and unique analytical approaches that provide actionable insights to all levels of the organization
Influence decision-making at all levels and inspire changes in culture and new ways of working
Present complex findings and recommendations to senior executives
Influence cultural change and process improvements that aligns with business priorities
Provide leadership and ongoing professional development for both direct and indirect reports

Required Qualifications & Skills:

10+ years progressive leadership experience
Demonstrated experience in strategy development for large-scale programs
Demonstrated ability to drive transformational work with proven track record driving change and innovation
Significant project management and/or consulting experience
Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and motivate high performing teams
Demonstrated influencing and negotiation skills; challenges status quo
Proven ability to build and foster relationships with cross functional partners and lead in a collaborative way to drive results across the end-to-end business
Demonstrated resilience - maintains performance and manages effectively in the face of pressure and conflicting points of view
Proven leader who enables the overarching strategy and drives results through strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and creative problem solving
Skilled communicator with ability to present complex topics in a clear and concise way
Demonstrated passion and commitment to diversity and inclusion including inviting diverse perspectives, fostering an inclusive work environment and supporting workforce diversity

Education:

BS in Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related field or equivalent experience; MBA a plus

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $130,600 to $175,100 per year. 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.

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About Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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