JOBS
Brand licensing isn’t just about the products - it’s about the people who make it all possible.
If you’re seeking to make an impact from the start of your career, spark impressive change and gain success in a field that rewards ambitious hard workers, brand licensing is for you.
Take a look in Featured Job Posts or click on the SPLiCE member company names below to explore the varied careers, brand licensing jobs and opportunities at the world's leading companies that power the licensing.
FEATURED JOB POSTS
Product Line Manager (PLM), Licensing
Under Armour
Post Date: 08/27/24
Location: Hybrid, located in Baltimore, MD| Job ID: 1206484600
At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and Stand for Equality - serve as both a roadmap for our teams and the qualities expected of every teammate. Our Values define and unite us, the beliefs that are the red thread that connects everyone at Under Armour. Our values are rallying cries, reminding us why we're here, and fueling everything we do. Our pursuit of better begins with innovation and with our team's mission of being the best. With us, you get the freedom to go further - no matter your role. That means developing, delivering, and selling the state-of-the-art products and digital tools that make top performers even better.
Purpose of Role
The Product Line Manager (PLM), Licensed Youth and Eyewear, will support the Accessories and the Licensing Product Creation team and manage a diverse set of licensed product categories that service UA’s global business. These products are distributed via UA’s direct-to-consumer channels and licensee sales teams.
In this role of PLM, you will report to the Sr. Director and work cross-functionally with UA’s Global Product, Marketing, Operations, Design, Development, Merchandising, Planning, Retail, Sales, Finance, and Accounting teammates to meet business objectives. In addition, you will work with assigned external license partners on strategizing, designing, creating, and bringing innovative, differentiated, Brand-right products to market while serving as an advocate and liaison between UA’s external partner and internal teammates across various departments.
Your Impact
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Develop a global product line vision, line architecture, and lifecycle plan to communicate strategy seasonally.
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Responsible for the day-to-day category operations, including data and sample management. Oversee, manage, and ensure all systems + data are up to date and input on time.
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Develop, Implement and Communicate the seasonal product strategy and own Go-To-Market (GTM) calendar alignment and implementation. Drive on-time execution from product briefs to commercialization.
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Partner with the licensee to build briefs and communicate the vision to cross-functional partners. Partner with licensee design, development, and sourcing teammates to deliver great Brand-right products that hits licensee margin targets and revenue plans.
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Manage licensed categories and partners on a global scale, ensuring alignment between regions and licensees regarding seasonal product assortment, GTM calendar milestones, region-specific product needs, and on-time product delivery.
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Own product line metrics such as sales history, forecast trends, market trends, product mix, and price points to drive decision making, product strategy, and assortment planning.
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Analyzing the marketplace (competition, price points, commercial needs) and anticipating /creating future trends.
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Connect with athletes through focus groups, group interaction, and observation.
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Track online product reviews and customer returns to identify quality issues and opportunities to improve future iterations of products.
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Work with marketing partners, both internal and external, to ensure product differentiating features and Brand-right messaging are conveyed. Consider all aspects of final execution including but not limited to packaging, marketing, and presentation (both on ecommerce and at brick & mortar).
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Serve as Brand ambassador to Licensee by providing and educating with branding tools and design direction to ensure success, as well as socializing and coordinating approvals for design, product, and marketing.
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Have a working knowledge of the Licensee’s contractual obligations and associated financial implications of decisions. Accountable for ensuring contract adherence of directly managed licensees.
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Partner with Licensees and UA Direct-to-Consumer Teams to drive “best in class” assortment and presentation.
Analyst, Licensing (Marketing)
The Kraft Heinz Company
Post Date: 07/05/24
Location: Chicago/Aon Center, IL | Job ID: R-83735
Our mission in licensing at Kraft Heinz is to accelerate growth for the company and its iconic brands. We have a marketer’s mindset – with the brand and its consumers at the center of everything we do. Our team has the vision to innovate – embracing new ideas with the passion and enthusiasm to meet business challenges head on. Driven by insights, we’ve built a strategic framework that is rooted in core brand strategies and jobs to be done. We support our brands by leveraging extendable equities, stretching our brands into new channels/aisles, and creating unique partnerships and creative marketing opportunities that deliver on both brand and business objectives. Our work is focused, guided, and impactful so that creativity can flourish – effectively.
As an Analyst, you will lead the outbound licensing operations and strategic partnership execution as a highly collaborative member of our licensing team in the North America Growth Office. As the keeper of this crucial component, you will assist with the implementation of internal tactical licensing strategies and conduct quarterly business reviews to ensure all work is supported by robust evaluation and measurable KPI’s that directly connect back to the strategic goals & objectives.
You’ll be a champion and subject matter expert for all things licensing as you work cross-functionally to define what success looks like across the organization. Your responsibilities will span from compiling insights and sharing category/retail wins, to leading special projects and assisting with concept ideation and the product development process. You’ll work closely with our agency and licensing partners to handle day-to-day requests while managing the pipeline calendar to ensure all key stakeholders are aligned on launch plans and go-to-market strategies as we aim to push projects across the finish line efficiently and drive long-term growth for our licensing program in North America.
Key Components of the Role
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Understand Kraft Heinz’ corporate brand purpose, vision, values and leadership principles, and ensure those are translated to all licensing & partnership efforts
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Contribute to developing the short- and long-term vision and growth opportunities for our licensing program in North America, in support of the Kraft Heinz 10 Year Strategy and all brands in our portfolio
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Analyze and report on licensing business performance, marketing/partnership analytics, sales/revenue trends and drivers (by brand, by partner, by category, by retailer, etc.)
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Support translation of data into insights, working closely with our agency and licensing partners to compile and analyze quarterly/mid-year/annual business reviews, product/retail wins, forecasting, etc.
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Become knowledgeable on all brands in our portfolio, their marketing strategies, brand priorities, jobs to be done, and how they connect directly to our winning licensing strategy
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Become knowledgeable of all our licensing partners, including their products, distribution channels, and be a resource internally and externally for all things licensing
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Become familiar with licensing industry trends & best practices, especially among corporate brands in food & beverage
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Manage/direct day-to-day licensing operations, requests, Visual Identity/style guides, product development, & maintain/build KHC's roster of licensing and partnership contacts
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Support Kraft Heinz Finance teams and work with our agency to ensure quarterly royalty reports & payments are collected timely, and allocated properly
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Lead day-to-day licensing budget management and PO creation
Manager, Licensing
Danone North America
Post Date: 06/17/24
Location: Hybrid, located in White Plains, NY or Broomfield, CO | Job ID: 10036
Help lead the strategic development of Danone’s recently established outbound licensing function to integrate our brands into culture, build brand equity, and deliver high margin extensions into other food and beverage categories that provide incremental income to fuel A&P. Reporting to the Senior Director of Media and Licensing, the Manager, Licensing is a newly created role primarily focused 70% to outbound licensing and 30% to new inbound licenses, collaborations, and partnerships. This position is Hybrid, located in White Plains, NY OR Broomfield, CO.
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You will be the primary licensing expert for 7+ brands partnering closely with our licensing agency, licensors/licensees, and internal stakeholders across Marketing, R&I, Legal, Scientific Affairs, Procurement, and Quality.
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You will lead the strategic roadmap, category extension, trademark clearances, trade collateral development/approvals with agency and Media/Licensing/Sponsorship leadership.
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You will ensure licensing is a key part of the annual brand planning process and licensing activities are featured in brand plan presentations to leadership, sales, and customers.
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You will be accountable for leading brands/licensees through all phases of outbound deals from deal memo to contract execution, to product development, to marketing/sales plan, to launch, and to royalty collection and reporting.
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You will consult on new inbound licenses, meet with prospective new licensors across entertainment, sports, food/beverage, consumables, etc... and partner with Danone’s Global Entertainment Licensing team on evaluating and presenting inbound opportunities to US brands.
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You will support product placement and brand integration within entertainment content including supporting in identifying properties based on data, managing external stakeholders, and providing monthly/quarterly performance reporting updates to marketing leadership and internal stakeholders.
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You will participate in the licensing industry by attending trade shows and SPLiCE events to stay at the forefront of licensing trends, issues, and to share knowledge internally.
Brand Protection Manager, Strategic Partnerships
Amazon.com Services LLC
Post Date: 05/07/24
Location: Arlington, VA / Seattle, WA | Job ID: 2649081
Amazon’s Customer Trust team is looking for a Brand Protection Strategic Partnership (BPSP) program manager for the North America region. In this role, you will be an integral part of the team leading Amazon’s global brand protection efforts and ensuring that customers can buy with confidence on Amazon. You will own relationships with intellectual property owners on issues such as product authenticity, product integrity, copyright and trademark, and other product quality issues. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of policies, processes and tools to address product integrity challenges in collaboration with teams across Amazon. The ideal candidate possesses strong business judgment, analytical thinking, is comfortable managing multiple responsibilities within a fast-paced environment and has demonstrated experience in developing and implementing brand protection strategies. Exceptional communication, solution-oriented and relationship-building are essential attributes to succeed in this role.
Key job responsibilities
In this position you will:
• Develop and maintain key relationships with external stakeholders including global brands and industry associations on product integrity issues.
• Work with global external stakeholders to develop strategies for tackling their unique problems.
• Develop international and region-specific policies and policy recommendations to improve both reactive and proactive enforcement, maximize automation and efficiency in resolving brand owner issues and identify and achieve measureable goals.
• Work closely across Amazon teams on policies, processes and tools to identify threats to brands and to Amazon’s customers and sellers.
• Partner with Legal and Investigations to quickly handle and resolve critical and time-sensitive escalations.
• Liaise with internal business teams to address vendor concerns.
• Participate in conferences and external meetings focused on product integrity issues. This will eventually include frequent domestic and international travel (~10%).
• Develop and deliver educational and training materials for both internal and external consumption.
Brand Licensing Business Development Manager
Michelin
Post Date: 05/07/24
Location: Greenville, SC, US | Full Time | Job ID: R-2024014279
THE OPPORTUNITY
Michelin has an immediate opening in for a Business Development Manager who will be responsible for the development and growth of the Michelin brand through licensing partnerships. Michelin Licensing ranks in the top 50 brand global licensors. We are looking for a creative and driven individual with a strong understanding of brand licensing to expand our presence throughout the US, Canada and South America. Michelin’s purpose is to support everyone’s right to move freely to find their better way forward. As part of the Michelin Lifestyle business, you’ll be a catalyst that helps identify partners and extend our tire brands into everyday products consumers trust. If respect for people, teamwork and trust are some values you live by you should consider joining us, the Worldwide leader in Tires!
This opportunity reports into our North American Corporate Headquarters in Greenville, SC; but the successful candidate may be based in Greenville or work remotely.
WHAT WILL YOU DO
The Licensing business provides opportunities to grow brand recognition outside of the tires we produce. We have high standards of quality for any product that bares our name. There is a significant opportunity to grow this business by identifying new product opportunities that are a good fit for our brand and bringing them to life. Managing business partnerships with our current licensees is also critical in this role.
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Strengthen relationships with existing licensees; including regular business plan reviews, ensuring compliance, monitoring performance and supporting any business needs they may have
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Identify and lead all aspects of new business growth opportunities; including preparing pitches/sales materials, contract negotiation and execution of new contracts
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Conduct gap analysis to identify category gaps, opportunities and market trends to develop new business programs
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Collaborate with Marketing, Product Development, Finance and Michelin Tire teams to ensure alignment with Michelin objectives, brand goals and retail needs
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Support, as needed, with the exploration of other properties within the Michelin portfolio including the Michelin Guide and Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Licensing and Retail Senior Contracts Manager
The Coca-Cola Company
Post Date: 03/15/24
Location: Atlanta, GA, US | Full Time | Job ID: R-102191
JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Contracts Manager will be part of the Global Licensing & Retail team and will directly interface with business managers and legal counsel to direct and manage contract generation, trademark registrations, infringements, collections, and other legal aspects of the licensing and retail business. The role will have a high degree of collaboration across the Company’s internal and external stakeholders including business, legal, finance, quality assurance as well as system suppliers, agencies, licensees and external counsel in support of the Global Licensing & Retail business.
Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities:
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Work closely with business managers and agencies around the world to ensure timely delivery of license agreements and other legal documentation (e.g., registrations, recordation, breaches, etc), support negotiations, assess risk, formulate solutions and escalate as needed to other legal functions including TM, Trade Sanctions and Litigation.
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Monitor, manage and track all aspects of the licensee and agency agreements including contract generation, amendments, renewals, and related correspondence under the guidance of legal counsel but with a high level of independence and autonomy.
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Lead, coach, and develop L&R Contracts Processing Coordinator and guide paralegal support (when available).
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Support licensee invoicing, tracking and collection efforts by analyzing internal information and liaising with legal, business and finance managers.
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Manage information and requests related to trademark use and searches in connection with licensing matters, including research, budget management, and directions for use. Collaborate with trademark department on process and approach for trademark infringement matters.
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Use strategic thought leadership, digital tools and systems to create and manage processes for licensing team to streamline work and increase efficiency.
Brand Licensing Manager, Outdoor & Recreation
Newell Brands
Post Date: 03/14/24
Location: Atlanta, GA, US | Full Time | Job ID: Ln3855029775
Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
JOB SUMMARY: Newell Brands is a leading global consumer products organization committed to creating innovative and high-quality products that enhance our consumers' lives. We are currently seeking a creative and driven Brand Licensing Manager to join our team and oversee the development and growth of our iconic brands including through licensing partnerships. We are looking for a passionate individual with a strong understanding of brand licensing, who can bring innovative and dynamic ideas to the table.
As the Outdoor and Recreation Brand Licensing Manager responsible for brands including Coleman and Contigo, you will be responsible for expand brand presence and maximize revenue through a group of new and existing product categories and licensees with the goal of meeting predetermined revenue targets and growth goals. You will report to the Sr. Manager, Brand Licensing. If you have a proven track record of driving licensing brand growth and a deep love for building brands through licensing, we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Brand Licensing Strategy
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Build the annual brand licensing plan proposal across product categories managed by this role.
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Oversee, and implement licensing plan per leadership direction.
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Stay abreast of industry trends, market demands, and competitor activities.
Licensing Agreement Development
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Identify, negotiate and execute licensing agreements with new partners, identifying opportunities.
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Oversee new business and revenue growth opportunities with existing licensees.
Relationship Management
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Strengthen relationships with current licensees, ensuring compliance, monitoring performance, and providing strategic insights.
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Ensure licensee requests are researched and responded to.
Brand Ambassadorship And Guidance
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Serve as a brand ambassador to licensees, offering guidance on product development and marketing assets, ensuring brand consistency.
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Provide training to licensees/partners on the use of creative assets and approval systems.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including brand, consumer insights and key stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive licensing plans
Risk Management
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Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with licensing agreements.
Reporting And Communication
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Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management on licensing activities.
Contract Management And Compliance
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Provide support in the contract management process, working closely with legal teams, ensuring compliance, and adhering to brand standards.
Marketing Plan Review And Updates
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Review annual marketing plans with each license partner and present quarterly business updates to senior leadership.
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Provide licensee/product information to support marketing and brand presentations and sales meetings.
Negotiation And Collaboration
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Negotiate mutually beneficial licensing agreements, collaborating with Legal and Marketing to ensure adherence to brand standards.
Performance Analysis And Budget Management
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Oversee and analyze the performance of current licensing agreements, providing insights for strategic decision-making.
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Fiscal responsibility including developing and managing annual budget planning and annual and quarterly revenue forecasting and financial modeling.
Gap Analysis And Business Development
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Conduct comprehensive gap analysis to identify category gaps, opportunities, and market trends, leveraging insights to strategize and develop new business programs.
Representation At Events
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Represent the company at summits, trade shows, conventions and other key forums.
Brand Licensing Manager, Home & Commercial
Newell Brands
Post Date: 03/14/24
Location: Atlanta, GA, US | Full Time | Job ID: Ln3855028854
Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco, Coleman, Oster, Rubbermaid and Sharpie, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
JOB SUMMARY: Newell Brands is a leading global consumer products organization committed to creating innovative and high-quality products that enhance our consumers' lives. We are currently seeking a creative and driven Brand Licensing Manager to join our team and oversee the development and growth of our iconic brands including through licensing partnerships. We are looking for a passionate individual with a strong understanding of brand licensing, who can bring innovative and dynamic ideas to the table.
As the Home and Commercial Brand Licensing Manager responsible for brands including Crockpot, Oster, Mr. Coffee, Rubbermaid, and Yankee Candle, you will be responsible for expand brand presence and maximize revenue through a group of new and existing product categories and licensees with the goal of meeting predetermined revenue targets and growth goals. You will report to the Sr. Manager, Brand Licensing. If you have a proven track record of driving licensing brand growth and a deep love for building brands through licensing, we want to hear from you.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Brand Licensing Strategy
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Build the annual brand licensing plan proposal across product categories managed by this role.
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Oversee, and implement licensing plan per leadership direction.
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Stay abreast of industry trends, market demands, and competitor activities.
Licensing Agreement Development
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Identify, negotiate and execute licensing agreements with new partners, identifying opportunities.
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Oversee new business and revenue growth opportunities with existing licensees.
Relationship Management
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Strengthen relationships with current licensees, ensuring compliance, monitoring performance, and providing strategic insights.
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Ensure licensee requests are researched and responded to.
Brand Ambassadorship And Guidance
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Serve as a brand ambassador to licensees, offering guidance on product development and marketing assets, ensuring brand consistency.
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Provide training to licensees/partners on the use of creative assets and approval systems.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams including brand, consumer insights and key stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive licensing plans
Risk Management
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Proactively identify and mitigate risks associated with licensing agreements.
Reporting And Communication
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Prepare and present detailed reports to senior management on licensing activities.
Contract Management And Compliance
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Provide support in the contract management process, working closely with legal teams, ensuring compliance, and adhering to brand standards.
Marketing Plan Review And Updates
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Review annual marketing plans with each license partner and present quarterly business updates to senior leadership.
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Provide licensee/product information to support marketing and brand presentations and sales meetings.
Negotiation And Collaboration
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Negotiate mutually beneficial licensing agreements, collaborating with Legal and Marketing to ensure adherence to brand standards.
Performance Analysis And Budget Management
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Oversee and analyze the performance of current licensing agreements, providing insights for strategic decision-making.
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Fiscal responsibility including developing and managing annual budget planning and annual and quarterly revenue forecasting and financial modeling.
Gap Analysis And Business Development
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Conduct comprehensive gap analysis to identify category gaps, opportunities, and market trends, leveraging insights to strategize and develop new business programs.
Representation At Events
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Represent the company at summits, trade shows, conventions and other key forums.
Specialist, Merchandise Packaging And Labeling
NBCUniversal / NBCU Product Safety Center
Post Date: 02/09/24
Location: Orlando, FL, US | Full Time | Job ID: 602664
Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. Some remote opportunities are available within specific departments. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. You’ll learn more about this during the application process.
JOB SUMMARY: The Specialist, Merchandise Packaging & Labeling role supports compliance-related activities for NBCUniversal and Universal Destinations & Experiences for branded, direct-sourced consumer goods which are sold at retail or otherwise distributed at theme parks and other locations worldwide. Global vertical product lines currently include, but are not limited to, toys, children’s products, food/drinkware, apparel, souvenirs, stationery, collectibles, packaged consumables, and cosmetics.
This role develops, maintains, and drives product packaging & labeling consistency (where possible) to meet global regulations & Universal’s mandated requirements in order to support the Company’s rapidly-expanding global sourcing objectives & new business models.
This role partners with the Compliance, Product Development, Sourcing, & Management teams to develop & maintain product packaging & labeling approaches to ensure corporate and regulatory compliance program objectives are met. Daily tasks include creating compliance-related packaging & labeling templates, reference guides, and layouts for developed products, with an emphasis on regulatory labeling, care/use instructions, and product descriptions in multiple languages for assigned geographical distributions.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Packaging & Labeling Development
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Develop packaging & labeling art files, guides, and templates for Universal-developed merchandise, including but not limited to, incorporating applicable regulatory labeling requirements, instructions, product information, etc. within existing brand creative and/or style guide elements
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Format packaging & labeling to ensure compliance with applicable US (CPSIA, FDA, FTC, etc.), international, and other regulatory rules for packaging & labeling using content provided by compliance experts, product developers, test lab partners, and/or vendors
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Research and communicate with internal stakeholders on packaging & labeling requirements for new product types, benchmarking against similar products in our industry, and global labeling solution proposals
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Communicate and consult with Management, Compliance, product developers, and vendors on any specific packaging & labeling inconsistencies or labeling test failures in order to identify and implement actions which will enhance a product’s safety, quality, and reliability
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Submit and see through to completion any product- or packaging-related foreign language translations executed by internal or external parties
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Contribute to department cost of goods goals by ensuring packaging & labeling solutions will meet departmental goals while eliminating or mitigating any additional cost or production impacts to product
Compliance Packaging & Labeling Guide Management
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Develop and maintain comprehensive packaging & labeling visual guides for internal and vendor use for areas of geographic distribution, as assigned
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Collaborate with Compliance team and test lab partner(s) to review, implement, and communicate packaging & labeling changes, age grade reviews, regulatory updates, and program guidance revisions to Management, product development teams, and vendors
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Monitor and conduct in-depth research into emerging or changing regulations, use of pictograms for instructions, and/or compliance trends to provide recommendations to Management for guide improvements & process efficiencies
Product Review & Approvals
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Review and approve products and packaging & labeling submissions (for assigned categories) for adherence to applicable Universal and regulatory compliance standards
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Provide design considerations and packaging & labeling assessments for select products
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Collaborate with internal and vendor partners to ensure packaging complies with Compliance approval comments
Technical Support for Policy & Process Management
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Research and coordinate with Compliance & Management to develop policy & process recommendations on product markings, packaging & labeling requirements, age grades, global & regional standards, and common practice / benchmarking
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Assist with packaging-related sustainability matters and other emerging compliance initiatives
Training, Guidance, & SOP Documents
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Partner with Compliance & Management to develop and maintain packaging & labeling related compliance documentation, including training materials, guidance documents, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for internal and/or external partners.
EHS
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Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned
Product Integrity Engineer
NBCUniversal / NBCU Product Safety Center
Post Date: 02/09/24
Location: Orlando, FL, US | Full Time | Job ID: 603330
Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. Some remote opportunities are available within specific departments. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. You’ll learn more about this during the application process.
JOB SUMMARY: The Product Integrity Engineer provides technical support for compliance-related activities for Universal Destinations & Experiences for custom-branded, direct-sourced, and market consumer goods which are sold at retail or otherwise distributed at theme parks and other locations worldwide. Global vertical product lines currently include, but are not limited to, toys, children’s products, food/drinkware, apparel, souvenirs, stationery, collectibles, and cosmetics.
Under the general direction of the Sr. Product Integrity Engineer, this role serves as a technical consultant to the Parks Global Merchandise Compliance team, Global Product Development teams, internal clients, and external partners by providing appropriate product-level product safety, quality, and regulatory guidance; Universal compliance brand standards; and best practices for specific product types to ensure corporate and regulatory compliance program objectives are met.
This role also applies risk management techniques, procedures, and criteria to carry out tasks related to assigned product lines for assigned geographical distributions in any of the following areas: Product-level quality & safety review & approvals, development of product test plans, identification of / mitigation of potential hazards, conducting regulatory or test method research, maintenance of protocol / SOPs/guidance documents, and vendor communication/training.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Product Compliance Review & Approval
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Perform safety/quality review and approval of products, packaging, claims, and labeling submissions for adherence to applicable regulatory compliance standards, Universal Global Compliance Brand Standards, and internal risk classification.
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Provide direction and/or training to internal clients and external vendors on product classification, testing, and compliance documentation requirements.
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Develop and update compliance review/approval comments for assigned product categories.
Product Testing Process
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Review product test reports, test quotes, and compliance documentation, as assigned
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Assist Senior Product Integrity Engineer with the oversight of the product testing process and collaborate with compliance & testing lab partner(s) on cost, timeline, and process efficiencies.
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Contribute to department cost of goods goals by ensuring test quotes are reasonable and consistent with negotiated test pricing.
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Develop, update, and maintain product test plans for assigned product categories.
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Communicate and consult with Management, product developers, and vendors on any specific technical inconsistencies, testing costs/delays, and testing failures to identify and implement corrective actions to enhance a product’s safety, quality, and reliability.
Test Protocol / Compliance Documentation Maintenance
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Assist Senior Product Integrity Engineer in drafting and maintaining Company product test protocols and internal product risk matrices for assigned areas of geographic distribution.
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Review, implement, and communicate test protocol changes, regulatory updates, and program guidance revisions to Management, product development teams, and vendors.
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Maintain product testing and compliance program documentation, such as training materials, vendor guidance documents, internal presentations, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for internal and/or external partners.
Compliance Research
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Monitor and conduct in-depth research into emerging hazard topics, changing regulations, testing methodologies, and/or compliance trends to provide recommendations to Management for program updates and ongoing process improvements & efficiencies.
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Analyze and interpret new regulations, and regulatory trends for applicability and summarize potential impacts to the compliance programs.
Issue Identification & Response
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Review guest comments and product returns related to guest feedback; and ensure any identified deficiencies are addressed, tracked, remediated, and monitored to closure.
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Participate in investigations for any product-related accidents, injuries, or illnesses related to consumer or guest concerns/returns and assist with the coordination of any product recalls.
EHS
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Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Licensing – Trademark Business Development Analyst
Honeywell
Post Date: 10/19/23
Location: Atlanta,Georgia | Job ID: HRD211080
Join a team recognized for leadership, innovation and diversity
The future is what you make it.
When you join Honeywell, you become a member of our global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers and doers who make the things that make the future.
That means changing the way we fly, fueling jets in an eco-friendly way, keeping buildings smart and safe and even making it possible to breathe on Mars.
Working at Honeywell isn’t just about developing cool things. That’s why all of our employees enjoy access to dynamic career opportunities across different fields and industries.
Are you ready to help us make the future?
We are looking to fill a key role to develop and grow trademark licensing in Honeywell Building Technologies (HBT). The role is paramount to growing licensing as a business throughout North America, LATAM & EMEA. The candidate will be responsible for driving new licensing opportunities and communicating with business leaders/owners to facilitate their understanding of the value of licensing our brands, both internally and externally. The successful candidate will have a passion for licensing and be able to find and select licensees across manufacturers, distributors, competitors, and marketing/sales companies.
Key Responsibilities
• Business Development: find and secure new trademark licensees in North America, EMEA, and LATAM
• Grow Core Business: Grow current licensee portfolio through additional adjacent product categories
• Internal Alignment & Execution: Work with internal business teams and execute strategic plans that support Licensing as a Business and the Core Product Business
• Strategy and Market Research: Develop business/financial cases to facilitate internal approvals for new licensing opportunities
• Negotiation: Lead negotiations with licensing partners, ensuring favorable terms for Honeywell
Contract Management: Work closely with the Legal Team on new agreements and agreement renewals
• Performance Monitoring: Evaluate the performance of licensees, identifying areas for growth/improvement and ensuring alignment with their financial targets
• Relationship Management: Act as a coach to licensees to help them be successful within the Honeywell Licensing Organization
• Cross-functional teamwork
Licensing Visual Brand Manager
John Deere
Post Date: 09/01/23
Location: Cary, North Carolina / Partial Remote Position| Job ID: 102253
This position is eligible for a flexible work schedule arrangement at the present time. The arrangement may be delayed for training or other job acclimation purposes and remains subject to change.
Your Responsibilities:
As a Licensing Visual Brand Manager for John Deere Cary located in Cary, NC, you will review and manage creative direction of all licensed product development, from concept stage, to line sheet, to pre-production – with a focus on brand integrity, age appropriateness, differentiation, construction, silhouette and trim details and monitoring appropriate quality. In addition, you will:
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Manage packaging design development and execution across multiple categories and substrates to include hangtags, trims, boxes incorporating innovation and sustainability.
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Manage efficient processing of global product submissions in approval system across all categories (attachments category excluded).
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Possess intimate construction knowledge of product and components relative to design and development.
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Oversee and maintain creative asset needs by licensee.
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Leads seamless management of creative projects across licensing businesses in partnership with brand management visual services.
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Leads new licensee brand and product development training.
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Accurately defines scope and timing of creative deliverables based on business priorities.
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Develops and manages agendas and presentations for cross-functional and executive-level meetings.
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Works closely with visual services, brand & social teams for seamless and timely posting of all social and related creative deliverables.
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Manages creative guide audits and/or any research relating to guides developed over the lifecycle of the brand, including but not limited to, identifying past creative thematics in guides, management and knowledge of the style guide inventory, generating reports and/or pulling PDFs of guides.
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Facilitates creative reviews and works across lines of business, including but not limited to, Marketing, Parks, Promotions, Strategy, Games, Live Entertainment, and Publishing.
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Builds relationships across the organization and with outside agencies to drive efficiency, productivity and executional goals.
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