Job Posting Title:

Digital Innovation Strategy and Operations Senior Analyst

Req ID:

10115935

Job Description:

About the Role

At Disney Consumer Products, we inspire imagination around the world and are committed to creating happiness for families and fans by bringing captivating, inspiring, and inclusive products into their daily lives.  From toys to t-shirts, console games, books, and more, our team brings our beloved brands and franchises into the lives of families through products and experiences that can be found worldwide, such as the Disney Store e-commerce platform, Disney Parks, local and international retailers, and Disney Store locations around the world.

We seek a passionate and detail-oriented Digital Strategy and Technology Sr. Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop technology-focused project plans for nascent spaces, guiding business strategy with industry trend/behavior analysis, research, and insights generation, by developing strategic presentations and briefs to lead Business Development, Product Management, and Creative within the Digital Innovation team.

This role also involves understanding and dissemination of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IoT connected physical products, and other content-related technologies, across Disney Consumer Product teams and other business units, aiding in discussions, aligning opportunities, and refining project/business scope, for current and prospective partners. Additionally, this role will assist the Director of Technology & Strategy in canvasing and researching the external technology landscape, keeping a pulse on category-relevant nascent spaces, inclusive of blockchain, extended reality, generative/agentic AI, and more.

This role can be based in Glendale, CA, New York City, NY or Orlando, FL.

On any given day, you will:

• Research, synthesize, and develop briefs and presentations across categorically defined commercial initiatives and internal efficiency projects where emerging technologies are a core focus
• Lead and collaborate across groups/teams on integrating and effectively using generative AI and content-related technologies within the project scope
• Monitor project progress, identify/socialize potential risks, and assist with mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate cross-functional team meetings, fostering a collaborative and productive environment
• Help create/maintain comprehensive project documentation, including timelines, and prioritization plans.
• Developing outcome-based roadmaps, aligning project goals and product scope with strategic outcomes
• Field new vendor/service providers for potential selection, to assist with technical gaps where possible
• Participate in the RFP/RFI assessment process with Sourcing partners for vendor/product selection, focusing on areas like Generative AI technologies, data systems integration, etc.
• Lead technology project planning, internal socialization, and obtaining requisite clearances during discovery phases, ensuring all parties have a clear understanding of technical/ business implications
• Assist in bridging technical and business aspects of technology projects, ensuring that scopes are feasible and aligned with technical capabilities' roadmap and market maturity.
• Assist with messaging for different audiences, including management and other high-level executives.
• Engage in ad-hoc tech/business analysis and special projects, at the request of Executives within the org
• Demonstrate the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, collaborating with global teams
   

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 3 years of experience in product management, business analysis, program/project management focused on technology, digital innovation, and/or connected products/experiences
• Proven track record of developing and launching projects from ideation to production
• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to navigate problems autonomously and diplomatically
• Self-starting, with good communication and teamwork abilities, paired with a curiosity to drive change
• Understanding and ability to develop project scope, technical context diagrams, and project plans
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Excel for financial modeling and Analysis – Pivot Tables and Graphs

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or equivalent work experience in Finance and/or Engineering.

Our Benefits: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits 

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $78,200 to $104,800 per year, in New York City, NY is $82,000 to $109,800 per year, and in Orlando, FL is $74,500 to $99,800 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.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Consumer Products (DCP)

Job Posting Primary Business:

Interactive Experiences

Primary Job Posting Category:

Publishing - Production-Operations

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Glendale, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - NY - 7 Hudson Square

Date Posted:

2025-03-28