Job Description
We are looking for an Account Manager-Licensing and Consumer Products for a top entertainment company in Burbank CA!
Responsibilities:- Contribute to the overall Apparel category strategy, focusing on Collaborations.
- Pitch and sell our brands to secure new business and revenue growth.
- Own and drive the annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting process, developing licensee objectives and initiatives to align with business goals.
- Lead and manage all aspects of licensee relationships, including deal negotiation, contract management, deal entry, approvals, renewals and serve as the primary point of contact for daily communication with licensees.
- Partner with Contract Ops and Legal teams to streamline and process contract-related needs in a timely and efficient manner.
- Collaborate with Retail Sales on presentations and sales meetings. Actively contribute to the creation and content of pitch decks.
- Work closely with Product Development Team to deliver compelling merchandise assortments across all retail channels that leverage strong creative direction and support UP&E brand goals.
- Forge a synergistic partnership with Retail Sales and PD to form a strong team, surpassing retailer goals and increasing earned revenue that exceed Budget goals.
- Collaborate with Franchise and Marketing teams to enhance brand presence and marketing initiatives.
- Analyze and understand the Licensed Apparel competitive landscape and market trends.
- Formulate strategies based on market insights and retailer performance.
- Cultivate relationships within WBD teams to explore cross-category opportunities.
- Support the Fashion team in everyday responsibilities essential to the business, including ad hoc reporting, financial analysis, pitch deck presentations and various projects.
- Assists Director in developing and executing long term category strategies
- Drives annual sub-category initiatives, revenue plan and execution
- Plans and monitors quarterly forecast and annual budget
- Directly manages select licensees to establish product assortment and retail distribution plans
- Independently negotiates and manages the entire contract and legal process for select licensees
- Partners with Franchise, Creative and Retail to drive Franchise initiatives
- Identifies, evaluates and executes new business initiatives
- Interfaces frequently with senior management providing business updates, internal and external formal presentations and participate in strategy discussions
- Utilizes key industry insights and trends to drive competitive advantage
Required Qualifications:- Contract Negotiation Experience: 5+ years of experience; Negotiating licensing contracts with partners.
- Excel Proficiency: 5+ years of experience; Proficient at creating and maintaining pivot tables.
- Licensing and Consumer Products Experience: 5+ years of experience; Preferably for a Media or Entertainment company.
- BA/BS preferred
- Media and Entertainment experience (especially in Licensing preferred)
- Experience in brand building and positioning, selling brands, and providing a thorough understanding of the retail landscape as it relates to Licensed Apparel
- Proficient in deal negotiation and in the contract management and legal process
- Understands the Apparel product development lifecycle and retail merchandise planning.
- Solid track record working with and managing licensees
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Team collaborator with strong interpersonal abilities
- Excellent organizational skills and project management capabilities, with a keen eye for detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently and remain adaptable to shifting priorities
- Analytical and strategic thinker, who provides new perspectives that drive meaningful contributions to the team
- Proficient in Excel pivot tables, with a comprehensive understanding of financial reporting
- Skilled in Microsoft Office suite and Apple Keynote software
- Willingness to travel for business as needed.
If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.
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