Jazwares - Manager, Consumer Products

by The Bloom Report | 2022-07-13

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere, and anyone. We work collaboratively to achieve our goals and we have fun doing it! Jazwares is a global leader in consumer products including toys, plush, action figures, collectibles and musical instruments. Jazwares’ portfolio includes a variety of dynamic, wholly-owned and licensed brands like preschool powerhouses Blippi, Cabbage Patch Kids®, and CoComelon unstoppable action and gaming brands like Fortnite, Halo®, Micro Machines, Nerf, Pokémon and Roblox, leading lifestyle and entertainment brands like All Elite Wrestling™ (AEW), Blinger®, UFC, musical property First Act™, and beloved plush Hug-A-Pet and Squishmallows®, just to name a few. With over 25 years of design, development and manufacturing expertise, Jazwares is an award-winning company with a progressive focus on identifying new trends and transforming them into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares, which is headquartered in Sunrise, FL, has offices around the world and sells in over 100 countries. Since its inception in 1997, Jazwares continues to grow through the development of new products and the strategic acquisitions of companies like First Act™, Russ Berrie™, Zag Toys™, Wicked Cool Toys™ and Kellytoy®.

The Consumer Products Manager position will work alongside the VP of Consumer Products to assist in the development & implementation of franchise programs across our portfolio of world class partners and Brand & Marketing teams, while helping drive revenue with partners to meet goals, expectations and build brand awareness.

MORE INFO AND APPLY: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3162687272/?refId=F0X%2BQI8mTHir36xmoJqEOg%3D%3D

WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Support on-boarding process of all new licensees in collaboration with brand team
Manage licensees to maximize business while following brand guidelines and processes, within contractual limits
Own the business side of licensee’s line strategy, gain internal approval where needed, raise red flags
Manage business calls with assigned partners weekly
Review licensees marketing plans and initiatives - drive the internal sign-off with the Brand & Marketing teams
Liaison between partners and brand to ensure product approvals are running smoothly and support partners requests + needs.
In collaboration with VP provide regular brand updates to all licensees and category buyers as needed
Support VP to manage Quarterly & Year-end Business Reviews
Responsible for creating and updating all licensing tools & collateral
Partner with the Brand & Retail teams to identify and create account specific pitch decks for cross category opportunities.
Work with Retail team and partners to Identify Incremental cross-category product placement and brand exposure opportunities across all retail channels.
Drive CONNECTIVE TISSUE and Inter-departmental collaboration - sales, brand, new business etc.
Cultivate and foster strong working relationships with partners, brand, retail, marketing teams to drive program execution
Proven presentation skills with ability to drive appropriate influence and results with key stakeholders.
Travel as needed to industry events & partner offices

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
General understanding of; licensing, consumer products, marketing, entertainment/ franchise development
Experience and understanding of retail industry
Partnership Account Management
Presentation & Speaking skills
General planning and organization skills
Google Drive Suite is a must

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:
Basic Medical Insurance- 100% Company paid for Employee and Employee/Children
Employee Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
401(K) Retirement Program
Short & Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave, Vacation, Holiday Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Summer Fridays

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

MORE INFO AND APPLY: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3162687272/?refId=F0X%2BQI8mTHir36xmoJqEOg%3D%3D

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