Sr Manager, Retail Development

Paramount•Minneapolis, MN

6d•$110,400 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Retail Development, Products & Experiences is responsible for executing retail strategies that drive sell-in and sell through of licensed merchandise across key retail partners. This role manages day-to-day relationships with retailers such as Target and Kohls and licensees, ensures strong in-store execution, and supports the growth of the brands through compelling consumer product offerings.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in retail, licensing, consumer products, or business development
Bachelor's degree
Working knowledge of entertainment or categories or retail industry ideally with in-depth knowledge of Target or other major consumer products retailer
Deep understanding of retail environments and merchandising strategies
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work autonomously with strong organizational skills, attention to detail and follow-up
Analytical mindset with experience using sales data to drive decisions

Nice To Haves

Experience working with licensed brands or retail partnerships preferred
Top-notch relationship management and communication skills

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with retail partners and licensees to drive sell-in and sell-through of licensed products across key categories including Toys, Sporting Goods, Home, Accessories, Food & Beverage and Essentials & Beauty
Be the account and retail expert across categories
Contribute to overall account long term planning and strategy
Execute retail strategies across category responsibilities
Monitor retail performance and identify opportunities to increase sales and distribution
Partner with licensing category teams to support product launches and retail activations in partnership with licensees
Ensure brand consistency and compliance across all licensed products and retail placements
Conduct store visits and retail audits to ensure merchandising standards are met and identify new opportunities
Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitive activity
Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, category, franchise) to support campaigns