Director of Merchandising & Buying - Remote

Overview

The Director of Merchandising & Buying will lead the North America Merchandise and Buying team, focusing on product strategy, assortment curation, and financial performance for The Disney Store.

In Short

• Responsible for developing quarterly product briefs and strategies.
• Analyze guest and demographic data to inform product assortments.
• Drive business growth through cross-functional partnerships.
• Lead a team in creating regional product strategies.
• Manage divisional profit and loss (P&L).
• Foster an inclusive workplace and promote team development.
• Stay engaged with market trends and competitive landscape.
• Collaborate with marketing and commercial teams for product launches.
• Ensure alignment between financial strategies and merchandise objectives.
• Champion innovation and new business opportunities.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience in product merchandising and retail.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Experience in product development and assortment strategy.
• Strong financial acumen and understanding of revenue creation.
• Proven leadership and talent development skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and achieve buy-in.
• Experience in omni-channel retail environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinking to drive product innovation.
• Experience in a highly matrixed organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and financial benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible hours and potential for domestic travel.
• Inclusive workplace culture.
• Access to internal resources for career growth.
• Opportunities to work on innovative projects.
• Collaborative team environment.
• Support for diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Engagement with a globally recognized brand.