Description

We are seeking a Senior Licensing Coordinator to manage all aspects of creative product development and quality control of its licensees.  This position reports to the Senior Director, Creative & Product Development and plays a critical role in helping to manage and grow the Licensing business. 

 About The Ideal Candidate:

You have an entrepreneurial mindset with an interest and passion for premium brands, culture, current trends and driving results.

You’re resourceful, meticulous and have the ability to prioritize, multi-task and anticipate needs to support and facilitate the end-to-end licensing creative process and Licensing Team.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

 You can wear many hats and prioritize many time sensitive projects simultaneously. You are calm under pressure and have exceptional communication skills and a comfort level working directly with clients and manufactures.

Responsibilities:

Coordination of product development, quality assurance procedures, and marketing materials

•       Coordinate product, packaging and marketing approvals across multiple categories including hard lines, soft lines, experiential, marketing, and consumables; overseeing development and ensuring best in class design from concept to final delivery
•       Manage information flow and communicate creative feedback between all stakeholders
•       Gather information for the creation of product development schedules including key milestones, statuses and priorities in process

Providing support and information to key licensors and licensees

•       Ensure continuity amongst entire licensing programs
•       Support specific requests from licensees including providing brand assets
•       Maintain and present regular updates and status reports 
•       Send licensees creative materials and refresh of new materials as available
•       Gather and understand licensee goals and product details to communicate to licensors
•       Assist with brand marketing support including on-line and social media
•       Assist with development of brand decks and other licensing presentations

 Generation and management of data and product development

•       Consolidate, coordinate and maintain data such as product development process, stages and timelines
•       Ensure product lines are on time and meeting deadlines set forth
•       Lead product development meetings and write clear and concise recaps and next steps following
•       Set up seasonal line reviews and maintain stockroom of contractual samples
•       Assist in development of creative materials – designer capabilities being a plus

Requirements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
2–3+ years of experience managing consumer product and packaging development from concept through final delivery
Proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Proficiency with Mediabox or comparable product and asset management systems
Exceptionally organized with strong time management and followthrough
Meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
Proactive problemsolver with the ability to anticipate and address issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional presence
Confident and comfortable presenting status updates to internal and external stakeholders
 

Preferred Skills:

Experience with premium, fashion, and/or artdriven brands strongly preferred
      Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience working across all stages of product development for hard and soft lines

Applicant must posses:

•       Independent Worker/Thinker: Must have the ability to work independently and in a team setting
•       Results Oriented: Ability to achieve results and complete assignments in a timely manner
•       Initiative: Effectively responds to pressure or crisis situations and acts professionally. Uses resources well. Follows through on assignments and open issues.  Must possess a “can-do” and “will-do” attitude
•       Energy Level: High energy level and enthusiasm for the position. Must have the willingness to learn and improve
•       Creative: A strong sense of design with ability to adapt to brand aesthetics and styles