Associate, Toys

Your New Role...

The Associate is responsible for supporting the Senior Manager Toys overseeing Games, Puzzles, Vehicles, and Collectibles. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of Three (3) years of experience with a working knowledge of licensing and retail for Toys; Category/Licensee Management a plus. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record in building solid relationships both internally and externally, an entrepreneurial spirit, organized as well as detail oriented to handle a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

This role will be accountable for day-to-day support of key licensees’ businesses including coordinating internal and external meetings, forecasting, draft and process deal reqs, attend/prep pitch mtgs, and manage licensee’s social media requests. Ability to foster collaboration with internal stakeholders including Finance, Product Development, Franchise Management, and Retail Business Development to maximize key initiatives and overall growth of the licensed Toys and Collectibles business across the Warner Bros. Discovery portfolio of brands.

Your Role Accountabilities...

• Assists in management of sub-category initiatives, revenue plan and execution

• Supports Manager in preparation of quarterly forecast and annual budget

• Assists in managing contracts from inception through execution

• Interfaces with internal stakeholders to provide category information in support of key initiatives

• Communicates regularly with licensees and act as key point of contact in daily relationship management

Qualifications & Experience...

Work Experience

3+ years of experience in Licensing industry with background in Toys preferred

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

BA/BS degree in business or related field required

Knowledge/Skills

• Basic licensing industry knowledge with intellectual curiosity

• Ability to take direction and assist Manager in executing strategic and operational plan

• Basic understanding of financial forecasts and budgets

• Detail oriented self-starter

• Strong collaboration and partnership skills

• Proven ability to communicate and collaborate effectively cross-functionally

• Effective written and oral communication skills

• Strong organizational/leadership and planning skills required

• Strong and varied computer software knowledge required (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, AirTable, SharePoint)

• Ability to create pitch/presentations

• Ability to work in a team environment with changing priorities; possess flexibility and adaptability skills.  

Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time.