Company description
at nbcuniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives nbcu’s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It’s what makes us uniquely nbcu. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us.
Universal consumer products is the business segment of nbcuniversal that extends the nbcu properties to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home décor, publishing, food and beverage, health and beauty, stationery, and electronics.
*job description*:
*role summary*:
the manager is responsible for managing assigned categories in the toys and hardlines category, providing input in the overall category strategy and managing key licensee relationships in support of nbcuniversal’s brands, across our film, tv and other ip.
*responsibilities*
category management and licensee management:
- partner in identifying opportunities and fill gaps by product category and related sub-categories, age, segment, market, channel and franchise
- support in contract negotiations for category licensees and perform contact maintenance
- accountable for day-to-day management of category licensees including overseeing business reviews
- partner with the creative and brand assurance team to drive quality and champion innovation in product development. Ensure timely product approvals in line with industry needs
- maintain current knowledge of industry trends, competitors, business opportunities, threats and dynamics for key licensees
finance and business planning:
- partner with manager on annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting
- analyze account (licensee & retailer) business performance
- support contract negotiations by analyzing and vetting licensee business plans
brand and content management:
- support brand marketing initiatives including the development and execution of category plans
- integrate licensees within wider brand and marketing plans
retail development:
- liaise with retail development team to complement account promotional and marketing plans and ensure key licensee participation
- maintain knowledge of key seasonalities and buying cycles of retailers
strategy:
- provide input and execute strategy set for the assigned toys & hardlines categories, as they align with the larger franchise strategy
- develop line and segmentation strategy for key licensees, maintaining a three
- year roadmap, driving innovation and quality
- manage a portfolio of licensees to grow the cp business.
*qualifications*:
basic qualifications:
- strong understanding of brand and property positioning, retail business development function, retail distribution and the retail environment
- strong interpersonal skills
- comprehensive knowledge of licensees' production and creative capabilities/limitations
- analytical thinker
- result driven
- strategic
- problem solving capabilities
- multi-task oriented
- flexible/ability to adjust to changing business environment
- relationship builder
- excellent communication & presentation skills
- ability to set quality standards and hold product to them
- team player
desired qualifications:
- minimum 4-5 years specifically in the toys & games category either in licensing and/or manufacturing background. Specifically with product marketing and entertainment/character licensing. Global experience preferred
- comprehensive knowledge of toy development production timelines and creative capabilities/limitations
- fluent in excel, powerpoint, microsoft office as well as keynote
- strong relationship building skills, flexible and adaptable; able to collaborate, influence and persuade at all levels of an organization, both internal and external
- analytical thinker with proven experience analyzing data and developing and executing strategies
- capable of working on several projects simultaneously and maintains flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
- fluent english mandatory, portuguese desired.
Additional information
nbcuniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Nbcuniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the city of los angeles fair chance initiative for hiring ordinance, where applicable.