Manager, Forecasting Merchandise Revenue
Disney Parks & Resorts
~~At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
“We make magic.” That’s our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you’ll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!
The Revenue Management and Analytics (RM&A) team supports clients across Walt Disney Parks & Resorts including Ticketing, Resorts, Merchandise and Food & Beverage in the core competencies of yield management, revenue planning, forecasting, pricing, promotions and optimization. Candidates should have a natural curiosity to understand the "why" behind business performance, take a proactive role in problem-solving, be results oriented, be able to prioritize and be a team player in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop Walt Disney World merchandise revenue and related metrics for the long-term monthly forecasts and annual operating plan.
- Proactively identify, evaluate, and communicate business performance drivers, key metrics, and other tools to provide objective, analytical, and strategic insights regarding the business.
- Partner with leaders across the company to understand new initiatives, ensure forecasts/plans include all relevant information, and influence decision making.
- Lead the creation of forecasting tools and models using mathematical and statistical techniques to determine continuous improvement opportunities.
- Drive measurement efforts to understand revenue impacts, evaluate new business opportunities, and provide strategic direction for the organization.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years analysis/strategy development and leadership experience
- Demonstrated computer proficiency in Excel and working with regression modeling, financial forecasting, and statistical analysis
- Demonstrated strong analytical and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment under tight timelines
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and pride in delivering quality results and understanding the business impact
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Forecasting and Revenue Management
- Expert in Excel with working knowledge of VBA
- Experience with statistical software packages such as SAS, SPSS, or EViews
Required Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Mathematics, or other quantitative field
Preferred Education
- Master’s Degree or equivalent
Full Time