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About the Role

Peanuts Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Licensing Associate, Hardlines to build and manage the domestic licensing program. This role involves managing existing partners, securing new licensees, and collaborating with internal departments to develop products.

Responsibilities

Assist with management of Peanuts licensees in Toys & Games, Gifts, Collectibles, Seasonal, Stationery, Food & Beverage, Promotions, and Gaming (mobile & console).
Identify, pitch, and sign new licensees tied to specific revenue goals and annual growth for the overall Peanuts Worldwide domestic business.
Manage day-to-day business, including financials, contracts (new deals, amendments and renewals), category analysis, product development, strategy, and retail placement.
Partner with VP, Global Hardlines to develop strategies for categories at all levels of retail and ecommerce.
Update and maintain pitch decks.
Oversee new contract negotiations, ensuring terms meet company requirements and business objectives.
Domestic travel is required.
Honesty, trustworthiness and ethical conduct are material requirements.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in the licensing industry working in sales and/or brand management.
Proficient in MS Office programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience pitching properties, securing deals, negotiating deal points and managing licensees; preferably in character or entertainment.
Proven track record of establishing strong relationships and contacts with key players across hardlines categories; retail relationships are a plus.
Motivated self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative, creativity and excellent work ethic.
Flexible team player with positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively across the company.
Strong organizational skills and ability to think strategically to complete tasks in a timely fashion.
Strong attention to detail and a high level of administrative organization.
Exceptional verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
Problem solver that acts decisively and demonstrates good judgement.
Thrives in a fast paced, changing environment that necessitates working on many different projects simultaneously.
Must be authorized to work in the US without restrictions.

Skills

Licensing
Sales
Brand Management
MS Office
MS Outlook
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
Contract Negotiation
Category Management
Product Development
Strategy Development
Retail Placement
Relationship Building
Organizational Skills
Strategic Thinking
Attention to Detail
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Problem Solving
Judgement

Location

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

2+ years

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$60,000 to $70,000
10% annual bonus target

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits.
Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs.
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children.
Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Short-term & long-term disability plans.
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental and caregiver leave.
401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match with immediate vesting.
Education assistance and student loan programs.
Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work schedule.
Vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility).
Matching gift program.
Employee business resource groups (EBRGs).
Special discounts on Sony products.
Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions).

About the Company

The characters of Peanuts and related intellectual property are owned by Peanuts Worldwide, which is 80% owned by the Sony Group, and 20% owned by the family of Charles M. Schulz.
First introduced to the world in 1950 in the Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the gang have made an indelible mark on popular culture.
Fans of all ages celebrate the brand around the world through thousands of consumer products, amusement park attractions, cultural events, social media, and comic strips.
Peanuts recently celebrated its 75th Anniversary with unprecedented worldwide exhibitions and activities, collaborations, digital marketing campaigns, and more.
We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology.”

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Sony Corporation of America provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.
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