Job Posting Title:

Assistant Merchandiser, Softlines

Req ID:

10131840

Job Description:

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.

The Assistant Merchandiser, Softlines will support the creation and execution of strategic product lines for Disney Parks, helping to deliver high-quality, trend-right assortments that are consumer-focused and reflect the magic and storytelling of the brand.

You will report to the Sr Mgr-Merchandising.

This is an onsite position based out of our Kissimmee office.

Responsibilities/You Will:

• Assist in creating and executing the product strategy for a collection of products or initiatives

• Research, organize findings, assemble input from key partners and prepare presentation decks, briefs and recaps

• Establish perspective on what’s working and why to consistently improve product line

• Demonstrated passion for consumer and product trends

• Deliver all item set up information and maintain updates within designated global systems, PLM and Kleinschmidt

• Attend cross functional team meetings to assist with the input/output of communication

• Coordinate samples among key partners and room set ups for product showcase

• Prepare and maintain catalog of merchandise by quarter (photobooks)

• Achieve our diversity and inclusion goals through professional growth

• Assist with other Brand Merchandising team projects as needed

Basic Qualifications/You Have:

• 1-3 years of progressive experience in Product Development and/or Merchandising

• Interest in building a product line for a category or categories of business

• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive execution against a plan

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain relationships with key partners (internal and external)

• Strong team player with the ability to build & foster collaborative partnerships across functions & departments

• Well-developed verbal and written Communication Skills

• Passion for retail and brand merchandising

• Flexible and adaptable with a demonstrated ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines in a fast paced environment

• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize workload and concurrently manage multiple projects

• High level of attention to detail; proactive, with strong follow through skills

• Demonstrated positive attitude with the ability to be responsive to feedback and pivot based on changing organization priorities

• Demonstrated personal initiative skills in the workplace, with willingness to learn new skills and processes

Education:

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Additional Information:

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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Job Posting Segment:

NA - Global Product

Job Posting Primary Business:

NA - Global Product

Primary Job Posting Category:

Merchandising (General)

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Kissimmee, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-09-26