Senior Manager Resource Management
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10086242 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted May 06, 2024Job Summary:
Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
Reporting to the Executive that leads Walt Disney Imagineering Business Transformation & Workforce Strategy, the Senior Manager leads the Resource Management Office responsible for WDI resource strategy and management. This office will partner across all WDI studios and geographies to ensure integrated resource plans and processes. This team applies technical skills, analytics, and relationship skills to forecast resources, lead casting sessions, and develop scorecards. Ultimately, this role helps ensure we have the right Imagineer, at the right place, at the right time to create amazing products for our Guests.
You will:
Lead Walt Disney Imagineering labor strategy efforts that include transformation of existing processes and business rules, and introduction of new concepts to inspire changes across the organization
Drive a holistic approach to planning and prioritizing labor strategy initiatives globally
Provide leadership and ongoing professional development for both direct and indirect reports
Centrally manage WDI resource plans and resource planning process
Develop and lead a cross-studio, cross-geography project casting process
Partner with the WDI technology studio to develop and maintain resource management tools
Build resource scorecards to monitor progress against resource strategies in partnership with WDI Finance, HR, and studio leaders
Influence decision making by communicating complex analytical findings through simplified data visualization and communication tools
Advance data-driven analytical and problem-solving approaches to improve forecast accuracy
Support headcount, hires planning and related analyses across WDI
Build and foster relationships and partnerships to influence and drive change
You will have:
10+ years of progressive experience in resource management or related field
Experience leading, motivating, and managing a team
Proven ability to build and foster relationships with cross functional partners and lead in a collaborative way to drive results across the business
Skilled communicator with ability to present complex topics in a clear and concise way
Knowledge of mathematical and statistical analysis methods and ability to apply to real-world situations
Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive projects with competing demands for resources
Ability to work with partners at different levels to coordinate team efforts and in a team environment
Ability to understand current trends and identify opportunities for improvement
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding of the WDI creative development process and knowledge of Disney Parks organization
Experience with resource management for a project-based workforce
Education:
BS/BA in finance, business, and/or engineering.
Preferred Education:
Master of Business Administration
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About Walt Disney Imagineering:
Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.
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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.