Job description

As the Associate Brand Manager - Licensed Sports & Fan Collectibles, you will support the end-to-end product execution for a high-growth portfolio of trend-driven sports and entertainment brands! Working closely with the Senior Brand Manager, you will assist in bringing athlete partnerships, major sporting event milestones, and fan-driven trends to life through action figures, toys, and collectibles. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play! What You Will Do: • Support the Senior Brand Manager in day-to-day brand management and product execution for major sports properties, governing bodies, and entertainment partners • Assist in translating athlete partnerships, major sporting event milestones, seasonality, and fan-driven trends into compelling action figures, toys, and collectibles that collectors crave • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product design, packaging, marketing) to support the product development lifecycle from concept to market • Own and manage key operational documents, including product line planning docs, copy/photography briefs, and project management trackers • Manage licensor communications, portal submissions, and design approvals to ensure brand compliance and strict adherence to development schedules • Analyze point-of-sale data, consumer feedback, and competitive trends to identify new development opportunities and co-develop retail exclusive plans • Partner with the Sales team to gather global input, participate in key account calls, and assist in creating compelling brand presentation decks • Coordinate the timely creation, placement, and approval of development samples, presentation models, and marketing photography • Act as a central communication hub, updating cross-functional teams and stakeholders on project statuses, style guides, issues, and opportunities What We Are Looking For: • 2+ years of experience in brand development, product management, or project management within the consumer products, sports merchandising, or toy industry. • A strong passion for sports culture, athlete partnerships, and fan collectibles • Familiarity with the end-to-end product development lifecycle and global manufacturing processes • Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to confidently engage diverse audiences across all organizational levels • Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to interpret data, measure metrics, and formulate strategic recommendations • A highly adaptable, organized, and collaborative mindset with the capacity to seamlessly manage multiple shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Nice To Have: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field is a plus • Prior experience within the toy, games, or consumer goods industry is a plus • Knowledge of digital rights management (DRM) systems is a plus This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. What We Offer The salary range for this position is $75,840 - $91,740 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states. Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement. Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects. Reasonable Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working at Jazwares At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business. • Passion : Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community. • Collaboration : We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together. • Humility : We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together! JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Who We Are Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and Facebook . Recruitment Safety Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com . Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to jazlegal@jazwares.com . We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!

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Must-haves

Support the Senior Brand Manager in day-to-day brand management and product execution for major sports properties, governing bodies, and entertainment partners
Assist in translating athlete partnerships, major sporting event milestones, seasonality, and fan-driven trends into compelling action figures, toys, and collectibles that collectors crave
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product design, packaging, marketing) to support the product development lifecycle from concept to market
Own and manage key operational documents, including product line planning docs, copy/photography briefs, and project management trackers
Manage licensor communications, portal submissions, and design approvals to ensure brand compliance and strict adherence to development schedules
Analyze point-of-sale data, consumer feedback, and competitive trends to identify new development opportunities and co-develop retail exclusive plans
Partner with the Sales team to gather global input, participate in key account calls, and assist in creating compelling brand presentation decks
Coordinate the timely creation, placement, and approval of development samples, presentation models, and marketing photography
Act as a central communication hub, updating cross-functional teams and stakeholders on project statuses, style guides, issues, and opportunities
2+ years of experience in brand development, product management, or project management within the consumer products, sports merchandising, or toy industry.
A strong passion for sports culture, athlete partnerships, and fan collectibles
Familiarity with the end-to-end product development lifecycle and global manufacturing processes
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to confidently engage diverse audiences across all organizational levels
Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to interpret data, measure metrics, and formulate strategic recommendations
A highly adaptable, organized, and collaborative mindset with the capacity to seamlessly manage multiple shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Nice-to-haves

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Advertising, or a related field is a plus
Prior experience within the toy, games, or consumer goods industry is a plus
Knowledge of digital rights management (DRM) systems is a plus

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