Director, Retail Planning, Product Development & Operations
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
Orlando, FL, US
Merchandise planning and forecasting
End-to-end product development
Inventory and receipt management
The Director is the enterprise-level leader responsible for driving merchandise planning, leading product development, and ensuring strong operational alignment across United Parks & Resorts
Job Summary
The Director is the enterprise-level leader responsible for driving merchandise planning, leading product development, and ensuring strong operational alignment across United Parks & Resorts.
This role serves as the primary strategic partner and #2 to the VP of Retail, providing leadership across planning, forecasting, development, sourcing, and in-park execution.
Perks include Paid Time Off, Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes, Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401K Retirement plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Matching Summary
The Director is the enterprise-level leader responsible for driving merchandise planning, leading product development, and ensuring strong operational alignment across United Parks & Resorts.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Merchandise planning and forecasting
End-to-end product development
Inventory and receipt management
Vendor and supplier management
Cross-functional collaboration
Team leadership and development
Nice-to-have
Strategic partner to VP
Driving innovation
Cost optimization initiatives
Building talent pipelines
Key Requirements
10+ years leadership in planning, product development, or retail management
Experience with enterprise planning systems
Theme park or destination retail experience preferred