Marketing Manager

Duration 3+ with possible extension or permanent Job Responsibilities / Typical Day in the Role Responsible for managing specific product categories within Toys including, but not limited to, Activities, STEM/STEAM, and amusement toys. Identifies Licensee prospects, evaluates opportunity and executes long-term new business initiatives. Negotiates and outlines key deal terms for licensed partnerships including new as well as modifying and extending existing licensing agreements. Assists in development and execution of medium- and long-term category strategies (1-3 years out). Owns annual initiatives, revenue plans and execution of product categories managed. Plans and monitors quarterly forecast and annual budget for categories of responsibility. Drives licensee relationships in partnership with Product Development counterparts. Partners with Licensees, Franchise, Creative and Retail Business Development to drive key initiatives. Participates in business updates, internal and external formal presentations and strategy discussions. Partners with Insights to identify and apply competitive and industry key learnings and trends. Must Have Skills / Requirements Deal Term Negotiation: 5+ years; Contracts analysis experience. Project Management: 5+ years; Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects within a fast-paced environment. Not looking for Project Managers. Excel and PowerPoint experience: 5+ years; Potential to build decks and present depending on skill set of candidate. Ability to interpret data. Nice to Have Skills / Preferred Requirements BA/BS preferred. Experience in Consumer Products or Manufacturing. Soft Skills Proficiency in Financial analysis and contracts. #J-18808-Ljbffr