Overview

Our ideal candidate will manage existing licensed partnerships to ensure the successful development, launch of product, and retail maximization for our Preschool Franchises. They will develop quarterly revenue estimates & budgets, negotiate & implement deals with new or renewing licensees, and manage & improve existing account base. They will also analyze retail placement, identify new opportunities for growth either via new product categories or distribution channels, lead all aspects of contractual process and rights, assist with forecasting, develop and facilitate quarterly business updates, conduct bi-weekly meetings with all licensees, and provide ongoing updates both internally and externally.

Come join our team!

Responsibilities

• Provide support, information and materials for licensees in order to increase development of new products and continued retail expansion of existing products

• Assist with forecast analysis by quarter and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

• Work closely with the following departments: CP LOBs, Franchise, Press, Global Creative Group, Finance, Operations, Standards, and Legal to ensure the best possible support for all Preschool franchises

• Work closely with Retail Development teams to ensure licensees are up to date on all major retail initiatives and are actively pitching products for all key seasons throughout the year

• Identify potential licensing opportunities by conducting market research, competitor analysis and staying abreast of industry trends

• Assist in new business pitch presentations

• Daily communication with Global Creative Group to manage all product approvals and any rush requests

• Provide access to exclusive artwork on an as needed basis

• Assist with development of plans and strategies to grow business and yearly revenue by managing existing partnerships and outreach to secure new business

• Analyze and negotiate new business deals and seek opportunities for growth across new product categories and retailers

• New licensee set up including Deal Memo set up, D&B health checks, and Creative 101s

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years in an applicable licensing/marketing sales role

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

• Experience managing diverse projects and assignments

Additional Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Strong time management skills and organization

• Strong knowledge of the retail landscape preferred

• Goal setter to meet department objectives and develops operational plans and processes

• Leader as well as great teammate

• Leads or contributes to complex projects and develops solutions

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $75,000.00 - 100,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.This position is bonus eligible.

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