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Manager - Retail Marketing

Job ID 10150546 Location Mumbai, India Business Disney Experiences Date posted May 12, 2026
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Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic yet hands-on Retail Marketing Manager to lead Disney Consumer Products' marketing efforts in India. This role will drive franchise growth, elevate brand equity, and support retail and e-commerce expansion through insight-driven marketing strategies and strong execution.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic thinking and operational excellence, with proven experience delivering large-scale brand activations and managing a diverse stakeholder ecosystem. Working closely with internal teams, licensees, retailers, and mall partners, this role will translate Disney’s storytelling into compelling retail experiences that drive measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Campaign Leadership & Execution

  • Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns aligned with Disney’s brand priorities and India market dynamics.
  • Lead end-to-end campaign delivery, from planning and strategy through to on-ground execution across retail and digital channels.
  • Drive large-scale experiential activations (e.g., mall events, pop-ups, retail takeovers) that deliver strong consumer engagement and commercial impact.
  • Balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in execution, ensuring high standards across touchpoints.
  • Track campaign performance and ROI, using insights to continuously optimize effectiveness.

Franchise and Licensee Management

  • Act as the brand guardian, ensuring consistent and high-quality use of Disney IP across all marketing efforts.
  • Develop franchise-led programs that are locally relevant and commercially effective.
  • Work closely with Creative and Category teams to develop impactful retail marketing toolkits and activation concepts.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (Studio, Parks, etc.) to align on franchise priorities and maximize synergy.

B2B Partnerships & Commercial Leadership

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with mall operators, retailers, and key commercial partners.
  • Lead B2B negotiations to secure high-visibility placements and mutually beneficial marketing opportunities.
  • Identify and unlock new partnership opportunities within retail and experiential environments.
  • Collaborate with partners and licensees to co-create programs that drive shared business growth.

Activation, Agency & Project Management

  • Manage agencies and vendors to deliver high-quality, large-scale activations aligned with brand standards.
  • Demonstrate strong project management discipline, overseeing timelines, budgets, and stakeholders across campaigns.
  • Ensure seamless execution and attention to detail across planning and delivery.
  • Continuously evaluate and enhance agency performance to improve execution quality.

Budget & Team Management

  • Develop and manage efficient marketing budgets to maximize ROI across channels.
  • Monitor spend and campaign effectiveness against KPIs.
  • Support team development and contribute to a collaborative culture.

Success Metrics

  • Campaign ROI and effectiveness
  • Retail sales and footfall growth
  • Quality and impact of activations
  • Strength of partner relationships

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
  • 8-12 years of experience in marketing, retail marketing, licensing or agency marketing.
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale brand activations.
  • Strong mix of strategic thinking and hands-on execution capability.
  • Demonstrated B2B negotiation skills with retailers and mall partners.
  • Strong project management across complex campaigns.
  • Existing relationships with mall operators and retailers is an advantage.
  • Experience in digital marketing and integrated campaigns.
  • Exposure to Tier 1 retail environments preferred.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
  • Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and passion for retail and entertainment brands.

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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 (India) Private Limited, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

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