Product Design and Development Manager, Food+
Core
Lead product design direction and development for FMCG/consumer products across EMEA, translating consumer insights into 2D/3D concepts that uphold Disney's brand integrity.
Role type
Senior Product Design and Development Manager (FMCG/Licensing)
Builds
Commercially relevant 2D/3D product concepts, pitch decks, and approved product lines for licensees
Domain
Consumer goods, FMCG, Licensing, Brand Management
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Product design strategy, trend analysis, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, commercial awareness, stakeholder presentation, process management, quality assurance, mentorship
Preferred skills
Experience in FMCG or consumer products companies, managing external designers/agencies, managing licensee accounts
Technologies
Mac OSX, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Set clear product design direction and establish a recognizable product "handwriting"; Identify new product and white-space opportunities; Lead and coordinate comp shops, workshops, and design sessions; Champion regional trend analysis to inform creative strategies; Deliver first-class conceptual product designs and oversee pitch creation; Lead and manage the Online Product Approval (OPA) process; Provide expert product design guidance and consumer-focused quality standards to licensees; Lead and develop the Product Design team through coaching and career development
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership