About the job
Who We Are
IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the worlds greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the worlds most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE.
Who You Are
The Manager is responsible for managing a group of product categories and licensees with the goal of meeting or exceeding predetermined revenue targets and growth objectives.
This role will report into the VP & MD Licensing.
Responsibilities
Finance and Business Planning:
Accountable for developing, proposing, overseeing and implementing the business strategy for Softlines categories including Home/Furniture/Décor/Tabletop and Kitchen and overseeing the FBC.
Fiscal responsibility for assigned categories to include annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting.
Participates and contributes to the strategic planning process. Develops strategies and business plans by retailer, brand and property.
Identify new business and revenue opportunities.
Identify DTR opportunities incl franchise stores.
Client Management
Provide licensee/product/market/retail information to client when and where needed.
Manage client timelines and deliverables incl forecasts, budget reviews, royalty reports with the help of other team members and the finance department.
Work on strategic plans and brand roadmaps for client.
Category Management
Acts as ambassador for the category and brand. Research & understand competitive landscape. Analyze and understand market trends, consumer trends, retailer and industry needs.
Strategize and develop new business opportunities. Analyzes account (licensee and retailer) business performance and develops growth objectives that are aligned with clients Consumer Products initiatives.
Develop and implement product strategies, merchandising and marketing plans to ensure that sales are maximized and marketing objectives are met.
Product Development
Partner with Product Development team to innovate & bring to market compelling new product for categories managed.
Ensures licensee product lines reflect clients quality and brand/property objectives.
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