Senior Manager, Distribution Services-Merchandise
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10140389 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Jan. 28, 2026Job Summary:
Join the Distribution Services team and lead operations that move merchandise across Walt Disney World® Resort(WDW) and Disney Cruise Line®(DCL). As the Senior Manager, Distribution Services – Merchandise, you’ll oversee warehouse and logistics functions, drive continuous improvement, and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable service delivery every day.
You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional partners, frontline leaders, and executives to align operational needs and keep workflows running smoothly. You’ll support key technology and automation initiatives and provide field‑level guidance during project execution. If you excel at leading teams and driving operational results in a fast‑paced environment, this role is for you.
This position reports to the Director, Distribution Services.
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop a high‑performing team supporting merchandise distribution for WDW and DCL.
- Oversee daily operations in a 24/7 warehouse environment, ensuring safety, efficiency, and service excellence.
- Support planning and execution of technology, automation, and system enhancement initiatives.
- Partner with engineering, operations, labor representatives, and business leaders to align on priorities.
- Optimize workflows, documentation, compliance, and performance standards.
- Conduct on‑site reviews to support leaders and monitor operational execution.
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Lead key initiatives including process improvements and major system upgrades.
- Maintain operational records and performance reporting.
- Support troubleshooting of distribution systems and processes.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 7+ years of leadership experience in operations, logistics, distribution, or warehouse environments.
- Strong understanding of distribution operations, warehouse workflows, and automation.
- Proven ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders.
- Experience with technology‑driven operations and data‑supported decision‑making.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
- Leadership experience in unionized operations.
- Experience supporting multi‑location operations.
- Lean Six Sigma or similar process‑improvement certification.
- Experience in merchandise distribution or product handling.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
Additional Information
Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more at:
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About Walt Disney World Resort:
Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.
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 World Resort.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
