Associate Manager, Category Management – Toys Collectibles

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

10d•$70,500 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Working closely with the Senior Manager, Toys & Hardlines North America, this individual will be responsible for managing specific segments of Universal Products and Experiences North American collectibles and toys licensing business including partner management, financial analysis and new business development in order to contribute to the overall team objectives and drive revenue. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Requirements

Must have minimum of 3+ years of relevant category management or brand management experience
BA/BS degree preferred
Familiarity with licensed consumer products contract terms
Effective communication: written, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments and with external partners
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple tasks concurrently, and remain adaptable to shifting priorities
Strong cross-functional collaboration experience, with the ability to manage processes and workflows across multiple departments such as Legal, Marketing, Product Development, and Retail Sales
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and pursue new business opportunities, driving category growth and innovation
Experience in brand building, selling brands, and an understanding of the licensing, retail, and product development landscape
Strong organizational skills and project management capabilities, with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion
Skilled in Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

Day to day management of specific licensing partnerships in the toys and collectibles space including collaborating on consumer products programs that align with each property’s set objectives in order to drive revenue. Assigned categories include adult collectibles and kid's collectibles.
Successfully negotiate licensing agreements from initial proposal through execution
Partner with the franchise and CP teams to align product line plans and product development with overall brand strategies
Work with the product development teams to set product and category strategy and establish new business opportunities.
Effectively manage financial forecasting process and track ongoing business
Work closely with the North America retail sales team to maximize opportunities at consumer level
Collaborative role interacts with various teams across the organization including Legal, Finance, Franchise and Retail.
Perform other related duties as assigned to support the needs of the team.