Licensing Manager, Softlines (Peanuts Worldwide)
Core
Lead day-to-day management and growth of domestic softlines categories (Sleepwear, Health and Beauty Aids) for the Peanuts brand, owning licensee relationships and category performance.
Role type
Licensing Manager (Softlines)
Builds
Commercially successful consumer products across sleepwear and health/beauty categories for the Peanuts brand.
Domain
Consumer goods / Licensing / Softlines
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Licensee relationship management, deal negotiation, category strategy, financial performance analysis, contract management, market trend analysis, new business development
Preferred skills
Character or entertainment licensing experience, established retail relationships in softlines
Technologies
MS Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
Develop and execute growth plans for assigned categories; oversee contract negotiations for new deals, amendments, and renewals; monitor licensee performance against sales targets and quality standards; partner with leadership to shape category strategies; maintain market knowledge of competitive activity and consumer trends.
Seniority
Mid-Senior level, hands-on IC