Melin Partnerships & Licensing Manager

OluKai-Kaenon-melin-Roark•San Clemente, CA

5d•$85,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Partnerships & Licensing Manager will serve as the operational backbone of melin’s growing collaborations division and will have experience in licensing and managing high value relationships. This role is designed for a high-energy professional who excels at balancing "the big picture" with "the tiny details”. You will manage a curated portfolio of key marketing partnerships projects, ensuring every brand interaction is seamless, professional, and high-impact. From managing sales operations and account setups to overseeing project timelines, your goal is to deliver a best-in-class experience for our partners while ensuring internal workflows remain efficient and scalable. You are the 'glue' between our high-level strategy and the physical product reaching the fan. You thrive in the details so our partners feel like they are part of the melin family.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in partnerships, sports marketing, licensing, or brand operations.
Highly organized with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides); strong Excel skills preferred.
Experience with project management tools such as Asana required; familiarity with systems like Full Circle is a plus.
Self-motivated and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities.
Able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
Interest in or understanding of the sports, lifestyle, and cultural verticals melin operates in.

Responsibilities

Support the operational execution of melin’s licensing and partnership programs.
Serve as the operational point of contact for a portfolio of licensing and marketing partners.
Manage licensing submissions, including product concepts, marketing assets, and campaign materials.
Route submissions through internal Asana approval workflows with Creative, Design, Legal, and Brand teams.
Manage brand approvals and maintain organized records of all submitted and approved materials.
Track licensing agreements, renewal timelines, and key contractual milestones.
Track quarterly royalty and giveback reports for all licensing partners.
Work with Finance to ensure reported sales align with royalty payments and contractual guarantees.
Develop comprehensive project timelines, identify potential risks, and facilitate cross-functional communication to ensure every "melin x Partner" touchpoint is executed with excellence.
Coordinate with Creative, Legal, Product, Finance, and Operations teams to move partnerships from contract to launch.
Support partner onboarding, including account setup and contract documentation.
Maintain accurate partner records within CRM and project management systems.
Process partnership-related orders and product allocations.
Identify and resolve operational issues throughout the partnership lifecycle.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Complimentary meals provided 3x weekly
Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: melin, OluKai, Kaenon, Roark
Company bonus program
5 year and 10 year Milestone Anniversary travel gifts
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
Company paid life insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
15 Days of PTO accrued annually, plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary, and 3 Floating Holidays per year
Paid beach and giveback days, bi-annual team building events and other in-person celebrations
Work with talented and great people who share a love of melin
Dog friendly office