Work with the Director of Global Hardlines to formulate and implement category strategies that meet long-term brand plans and financial goals
Identify, develop, and implement new business initiatives
Analyze, pitch, and negotiate new deals and renewals to increase the existing licensee base
Develop quarterly revenue estimates and budgets
Lead all quarterly forecasts and business reviews, monitoring sales results to ensure revenues meet budgetary goals
Serve as the daily lead with the Global Creative Group to coordinate all product development benchmarks, including product approvals and rush requests
Act as the primary driver to provide support, information, and materials for licensees to enhance product innovation and retail expansion
Collaborate with Retail Development teams to track performance, supporting licensees in actively pitching for all key seasonal windows
Liaise with Consumer Product business leaders, Brand Management & Marketing, Finance, and Legal to drive unified category strategies
Oversee the day-to-day relationship with licensees and internal regional leads, providing support throughout the contract management process
Maintain weekly updates with internal and external collaborators
Prepare and present business updates for senior leadership

Bachelor’s degree
5
7+ years working within the toy industry and an entertainment licensing role
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute to complex projects with a clear commercial vision
Robust knowledge of Paramount’s brand position and the North American/Global retail environment
Established relationships with toy manufacturers across a variety of categories
Comprehensive knowledge of licensees’ production and creative capabilities
Experience in product line planning
Solid financial acumen with the ability to synthesize and assess data
Proficient in managing P&L and revenue forecasting
Exemplary sales, negotiation, and communication skills
People-oriented and able to lead or contribute to diverse teams
Robust organizational and project management skills
Ability to multi-task and adapt to competing priorities
Advanced in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Manager, Toys

Key skills