Licensing Programs Manager

Scouting America•Charlotte, NC

2d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

Manages licenses and integrates the strategic marketing objectives into a licensing plan for internal and external licensing. Oversees the licensor relationship process, ensuring the success of licensed products. Develops and maintains good working relationships between the Scouting America and licensees.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
6+ years of experience in licensing, as a licensor, is required
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time
Knowledge of operational decision making, strategic decision making, and business acumen
Skill in compelling communication to drive for results, building internal and external partnerships, building customer loyalty, and motivated self-starter that takes initiative.
Resides within driving distance of office location in Charlotte, NC

Nice To Haves

Experience with nonprofit licensing preferred
Knowledge of Scouting America programs preferred

Responsibilities

Directs the daily administration of operations of licensed products for all licensing programs.
Manages the development and merchandising of licensed products that reflect core values of the brand.
Oversees the creation of product assortment and merchandise plans in collaboration with the licensee.
Prepares licensing proposals as well as business plan presentations of sales/negotiation opportunities.
Identifies and secures placement opportunities across key retail channels (mass, specialty, etc.)
Develops strategies and tactics to establish and reconnect the Scouting America brand with consumers and members.
Conducts necessary research and competitive market reviews.
Enforce licensing agreements, brand guidelines, and usage standards.
Works with Merchandising to facilitate license-in for products developed internally using third-party marks.
Other job-related duties as assigned.