Manager, Product Management

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Technology & Digital. Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.

We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest and Cast experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation, PhotoPass and Merchandise lines of business.

What you will do:

This role serves as a key leader on the product team supporting the technology to deliver end-to-end experiences shoreside and onboard through the Disney Cruise Navigator mobile app and website. This team sits within the Technology & Digital segment of the Disney Cruise Line business located in Celebration, Florida. Reporting to a Senior Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead a team of Product Managers to define and meet the needs of guests and business objectives.

• Serve as the primary business contact for cross-functional partners within the Disney Cruise Line business. Collaborate with other Disney Experiences Tech & Digital teams to ensure alignment with product standards.

• Stay informed of the latest technology trends and identify strategic opportunities to utilize innovation in solving business challenges.

• Lead and drive the product development roadmap through a data-driven, iterative approach, leveraging A/B testing and other experimentation methodologies to optimize product features and enhance the guest experience.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 8+ years combined business and digital experience with 2+ years leadership experience.

• Lead teams with clear vision and accountability.

• Oversaw small to medium digital and tech projects, refining estimates, scope, and plans.

• Skilled in technical, user, and business issues in a tech & digital setting.

• Identified industry trends and their business impact.

• Worked collaboratively within large matrixed organizations.

• Effective collaborator at all levels with proven results.

• Experienced in coaching, mentoring, and conflict management.

• Proficient in Agile software development methodology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Evaluate emerging technology solutions and companies for suitability and viability.

• Possess an entrepreneurial mindset, proactive thinking, and ability to excel in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.

• Understand markets, products, and competitive landscape; predict trends and translate technologies into business value.

• Have strong analytical and financial skills.

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience