Senior Category Manager (Licensing, Hybrid)

Job summary

This role focuses on transforming a high-potential licensing portfolio into a successful brand partnership engine, driving global activations and commercial impact. The position requires a hands-on approach to manage brand partnerships and optimize product ranges in the Americas region while ensuring alignment with cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in licensing and category management with a strong grasp of product curation and portfolio optimization.
• Commercially minded with analytical skills to leverage data and market insights for growth.
• Proven track record of executing processes from vendor management to in-store activations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with a resilience to navigate ambiguity and drive transformation.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global brand partnerships and activations, defining success metrics and executing plans across channels.
• Lead the outbound licensing portfolio in the Americas, ensuring product offerings resonate with consumers.
• Enhance commercial performance through improved demand planning and vendor management.
• Manage a diverse supplier base, ensuring product quality aligns with brand standards.
• Collaborate with various teams to integrate campaigns and support commercial planning efforts.

Skills

• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in a related field.

Tools

• Familiarity with data analysis tools and vendor management systems.