Sr. Specialist, Merchandising

Job ID 10142798 Location Shanghai, Mainland China Business Disney Experiences Date posted Feb. 11, 2026

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Job Summary:

Position Overview
This role will primarily focus on the development and production management of plush, toys, apparel, and accessories. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of licensed product development, excellent supply chain management skills, and experience in cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee end-to-end development and production of plush, toys, apparel, and accessories
Collaborate closely with design teams to translate IP concepts into feasible product solutions
Manage supplier relationships, including factory evaluation, cost negotiation, and production timeline tracking
Ensure products meet quality, safety, and compliance standards
Coordinate cross-functional communication with channels, marketing, and logistics teams
Monitor production schedules to ensure timely product delivery
Continuously optimize product cost structures to enhance competitiveness
Research market trends, new materials, and processes to drive product innovation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or above in Product Design, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field
Minimum 4 years of experience in toy, plush, or apparel/accessories product development and production; licensed product experience preferred
Familiarity with the entire product development cycle from design, prototyping, production to quality control
Strong supplier management and negotiation skills; experience with Asian supply chains is a plus
Knowledge of plush, toy’s GB standards and environmental regulations
Excellent project management and problem-solving skills, with ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Fluent in English and Chinese (written and spoken) as working languages
Willingness to travel as needed (primarily within China)

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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 TWDC (China) Ltd., which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, family status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, covered veteran status, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, nationality/ethnicity, migrant worker status, carrier of infectious diseases status, or any other category of persons to the extent provided by law. This policy extends, but is not limited, to recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, rate of pay, and other forms of compensation, education, and training.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Because our employees are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers a competitive total rewards package that includes pay, flexible work arrangements, time-off programs, medical benefits plan, theme park admission and more.

Benefits and eligibility may vary by business and location.

WELLNESS SPENDING ACCOUNT
We offer on-site fitness classes in addition to a variety of health and wellness programs and seminars.
PAID TIME OFF AND LEAVES
Vacation and sick leave are available for full time positions. Vacation and personal holidays are accrued based on length of service, position, and hours worked.
DISNEY PARK ADMISSIONS
Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment
DISNEY CHINA-PROVIDED MEDICAL & RISK INSURED BENEFIT PLAN
Affordable Health Insurance options, such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, may be available for full time employees.
DISNEY EXPERIENCES & DISCOUNTS
Discounts are available at select hotels, dining, merchandise and recreation locations.

"The era we are living in today is a dream coming true."

Walt Disney

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