Assistant Manager, Marketing & Commercial, National Geographic

Job ID 10104215 Location Singapore, Singapore Business Disney Experiences Date posted Nov. 11, 2024

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Job Summary:

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

Disney Consumer Products (DCP) is the division of Disney Experiences that brings beloved brands and franchises into the daily lives of families and fans through products – from toys to t-shirts, apps, books, console games and more – and experiences that can be found around the world, including on the Disney Store e-commerce platform and at Disney Parks, local and international retailers, as well as Disney Store locations globally. The business is home to world-class teams of product, licensing and retail experts, artists and storytellers, and technologists who inspire imaginations around the world.

The Assistant Manager, Marketing & Commercial, National Geographic role will work with the National Geographic APAC Consumer Products team to drive the brand in the region and support the retail store roll-out across multiple markets.

Our team is responsible for:

Championing the National Geographic brand values in APAC as the regional brand custodians
Delivering the National Geographic retail store AOP and LTP numbers through close partnership with licensees, local teams and internal stakeholders
Driving consistency in the National Geographic retail experience across diverse markets and models
Empowering and supporting local teams and other regional functions to better understand the hero brand generally, and the retail program specifically
Collating and sharing activities across APAC through structured templates that capture all aspects of business across all markets, including marketing, PR, sales, earned revenue, store openings etc.
Connecting with our stakeholders and our stakeholders with each other, using our strong relationships to foster a culture of sharing and support within our store network and with our regional and global internal functions

Responsibilities:

National Geographic Stores

Overseeing new and emerging store markets by supporting from pitch through to execution
On-boarding partners through connecting with all relevant functions including retail, Product Development (PD), International Labour Standards (ILS), etc.
Championing needs of these markets with regards to information gathering, approvals – one stop shop for any questions regarding their status
Driving a meeting cadence to maximise visibility and support
Establishing and maintaining consistent templates and processes for new partner information tracking
Supporting with administrative set ups, such as URL establishment and allocation + SRR on-boarding
Owning relationships with key stakeholders in the wider National Geographic ecosystem, including National Geographic UX and the magazine team

National Geographic Wholesale Partners

Driving National Geographic wholesale partner business, specific focus on: Cubic Fun, JJ&C, Vitec, Guangzhou Jinghua, RDP, Dr Cool
Partnering with local and regional category teams to identify and support white space pitches, e.g. stationery, STEM
Advocating for wholesale business opportunities within all store accounts
Tracking YOY performance and leading JBP discussions for regional partners

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years' of experience in marketing or commercial roles
Experience in licensing and/or fashion retail
Passion for the National Geographic brand
Ability to work across time zones and with diverse stakeholders both in APAC and globally
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with Mac aptitude preferred
Responsiveness and ability to prioritise
Great attention to detail
Proactive and positive attitude
Excellent communication

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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 The Walt Disney Company (Southeast Asia), which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

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