Assistant Sourcing Manager, Merchandise Sourcing & Product Development

Job ID 10141449 Location Kissimmee, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Jan. 30, 2026

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Job Summary:

Assistant Sourcing Manager, Merchandise Sourcing & Product Development (Modern & Traditional Collectibles)

We are seeking a motivated and talented Assistant Sourcing Manager – Collectibles to join our team, reporting to the Senior Manager, Merchandise Sourcing & Product Development. As part of the Merchandise Sourcing & Product Development (MSPD) organization, the Assistant Sourcing Manager is responsible for executing sourcing strategies and product development across the Modern and Traditional Collectibles category - bringing innovative collectible concepts to life from initial design consultation through final product execution. You will contribute to our strategic business objectives and ensure the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective products that resonate with our guests.

Responsibilities:

Assist in managing the product development lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery and on-budget execution without compromising quality.
Monitor and support the Sourcing Manager by communicating key milestones and deadlines within the sample approval process, proactively troubleshooting any delays.
Assist in cost negotiations with suppliers and identify opportunities for value engineering to achieve optimal quality and meet margin goals.
Partner with the Sourcing Manager to recommend and allocate projects to international suppliers, prioritizing partners that consistently meet quality and delivery standards.
Support and execute sourcing initiatives, including:
- Sustained growth: optimizing margin and minimizing risk with a goal of year-over-year improvement.
- Sustainability: supporting materials and Scope 3 emissions targets.
- Elevated product quality: ensuring adherence to global regulatory requirements.
- Cost control and margin strategies: recommending alternative construction, materials, and manufacturing methods.
- Supplier loading: awarding projects to ensure optimized project distribution and production efficiency.
- International Labor Standards (ILS): working with TWDC Global Product & Labor Standards to ensure compliance policies are met.

Assist the Sourcing Manager in maintaining sourcing data within the PTC Windchill Flex PLM tool.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Product Design, Merchandising, Disney Global Sourcing, Product Integrity, Production, Planning, and Quality Assurance—to ensure alignment with product strategy.
Drive measurable improvement in team communication, workflow, and task management to support continuous improvement.
Track and shepherd the packaging development process from prototype through production.
Assist with the preparation of ad-hoc reports (timing and action calendars, status updates, etc.).

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in global sourcing, merchandising, or product development
Bachelor’s degree
Experience working with international suppliers and manufacturers; understanding of global supply chain dynamics.
Familiarity with sourcing strategies that diversify country of manufacture to reduce risk, and an understanding of factors that optimize total acquisition cost.
Basic to intermediate knowledge of construction standards, materials, manufacturing techniques, and cost engineering, with a desire to deepen expertise.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
An enthusiastic and proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation.
Proficiency in PLM, Adobe Workfront, MS Excel, MS Planner, and Smartsheet is a plus.

This role is critical in bringing new and exciting collectibles to market within an expanding category. You will grow your expertise in product development and international sourcing while partnering with a passionate, high-performing team.

This role is on-site in Kissimmee, Florida. Employees are expected to be on-site Monday–Thursday, with flexibility in work location on Fridays.

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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 Disney Merchandise Sourcing & Dist., LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Disney Merchandise Sourcing & Dist., LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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