Manager, Brand Strategy & Integration – UK Project (2-Year Project Hire)
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Job Location:
Orlando, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY:
The Manager Merchandise Brand Strategy & Integration Ops UK supports the execution and operational integration of brand and retail strategies for the Universal United Kingdom Theme Park development. This role reports to the Senior Brand Manager and enables cross-functional product creation teams through disciplined planning governance facilitation and coordination across UK Park initiatives.
The position is primarily dedicated to the UK Park development and may provide limited operational support to broader Global Merch & Retail initiatives as capacity allows. As the project progresses toward launch responsibility will increasingly expand into new business brand planning and launch readiness support.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
UK Operational Integration
- Provide operational integration support across UK Park product creation teams. Build document and maintain governance tools including RACIs and milestone tracking. Plan schedule and facilitate key product development milestone meetings. Track milestones risks and dependencies; escalate issues and propose solutions.
UK Strategic Initiatives & New Business Development
- Provide project-based support for UK strategic initiatives and new business development. Support development of brand roadmaps retail concepts and third-party partnerships specific to the UK Park. Develop project plans and leadership-ready materials. Coordinate cross-functional inputs and track progress against objectives.
UK Product Development Governance
- Maintain integrated calendars and workplans for UK product development. Ensure alignment across global and destination teams. Drive process discipline documentation standards and milestone readiness.
Franchise & Consumer Alignment
- Partner with Franchise and Consumer Insights teams supporting the UK Park. Ensure integration of insights and brand priorities into UK retail planning and execution.
Broader Merchandise Support
- Provide limited operational support for key Global Merch & Retail initiatives outside of the UK project as capacity allows.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelors degree in business management or related field required.
EXPERIENCE:
- 7 years in retail operations product development strategy or program management required;
- or a combination of experience and education.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
- Requires interaction with global partners outside normal/local business hours.
- Experience working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams preferred.
- Experience working across multiple time zones or countries preferred.
Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E)
At Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) we transform iconic stories into products and experiences fans can wear play collect and enjoy every day. From the thrilling universe of Jurassic World to the fun of Minions and the timeless magic of Back to the Future we bring beloved franchises to life far beyond the screen.
Founded in 2016 UP&E combines the energy of a startup with the reach of a global leader. Our mission is bold yet simple: to take imagination beyond the screen through innovative products immersive retail and unforgettable theme park experiences. Partnering with world class licensees and creators we deliver toys fashion collectibles games and lifestyle products across parks retail and digital platforms worldwide.
Creativity technology and storytelling are at the heart of everything we do. As part of Universal Destinations & Experiences youll join a collaborative inclusive global team where every voice mattershelping us be an employer of choice for top talent and a partner of choice for retailers licensees and creators. If youre ready to bring imagination to life and create moments that matter your adventure starts here.
Join us and help create moments that matter.
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