Trade Marketing Manager
BENEFITS AND PERKS
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Job Summary:
Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.
In this exciting role you will report to the Senior Manager, Sales Enablement and Trade Marketing, you will develop and execute the annual trade marketing strategy aligned to Disney Advertising’s commercial priorities and key content moments. You will partner closely with sales, marketing, communications, agencies, suppliers and industry partners to ensure Disney Advertising is positioned as an innovative, premium and client-centric partner.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and deliver Disney Advertising’s annual trade marketing strategy across Australia and New Zealand.
- Lead premium client activations, industry events, hospitality experiences, agency roadshows and category showcases.
- Partner with senior sales leaders to identify opportunities that deepen agency and client engagement.
- Use insights, market intelligence and performance data to shape initiatives that support commercial outcomes.
- Manage event strategy, creative direction, logistics, budgets, suppliers and post-event reporting.
- Collaborate with communications teams to amplify trade initiatives across PR, social and industry channels.
- Oversee external agencies, vendors and event partners to deliver high-quality, on-brand outcomes.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in trade marketing, B2B marketing, media, advertising, brand or related roles.
- Strong understanding of the Australian media landscape and agency environment.
- Proven experience delivering high-impact client events, activations and integrated marketing initiatives.
- Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines and stakeholders.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- A creative, commercially minded approach with strong attention to detail.
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced, brand-led environment.
Additional Information:
This is a unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination then apply now!
The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):
For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.
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 The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).
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