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About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. About the Company Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators. Role Summary We are seeking an Associate– Product Architecture to help shape the product vision and roadmap across Fanatics Collectibles’ trading card portfolio. This role is at the intersection of Strategy and Product Development and is part of a high-performing team – driving brand consistency, product optimization, and cross-functional alignment to deliver best-in-class trading card products and collector experiences. This is a high-impact role for a detail-oriented, analytical operator who knows how to use data-driven insights to lay the groundwork to build the best products across the Topps portfolio. The ideal candidate has strong strategic and analytical capabilities and work cross-functionally across different teams within the organization. They bring deep knowledge of trading cards, consumer products, and collector engagement, paired with a passion for building the best-in-class products and experiences. What you will be doing... Supporting the build of trading card products across the Topps portfolio Work closely with the Product Strategy, Creative, and Product Development teams to deliver the highest quality of product deliverables including product blueprints using internal tools and systems Be a champion of Brand standardization and consistency across a broad portfolio Work with the Product Strategy team to analyze collector insights, market data, retailer feedback, and industry trends to inform product decisions and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate closely with the Product Strategy team to contribute to review brand performance, collector insights, insert ecosystems, and innovation opportunities for the upcoming year What you will bring... 2-5 years of experience in Product Development, Product Management, Business Analytics, Management Consulting or Strategic Ops High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, BI), AI tools (Claud, Chat GPT, etc.) and comfort learning new internal technology tools. Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Proven experience working cross-functionally across different teams, managing senior stakeholders across global organizations, and delivering executive-level presentations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external partners. Background in developing innovative physical products; trading card or collectibles experience strongly preferred. Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field Passion for trading cards, collectibles, and fan culture. Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit benefitsatfanatics.com NYC Salary Range $110,000 — $130,000 USD By submitting your application, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our Candidate Privacy Policy. Fanatics will never ask candidates for money, banking information, or other sensitive personal information as part of the interview process. If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Fanatics recruiting, please do not respond and report it here .

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What you will be doing...
Supporting the build of trading card products across the Topps portfolio
Work closely with the Product Strategy, Creative, and Product Development teams to deliver the highest quality of product deliverables including product blueprints using internal tools and systems
Be a champion of Brand standardization and consistency across a broad portfolio
Work with the Product Strategy team to analyze collector insights, market data, retailer feedback, and industry trends to inform product decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate closely with the Product Strategy team to contribute to review brand performance, collector insights, insert ecosystems, and innovation opportunities for the upcoming year
What you will bring...
2-5 years of experience in Product Development, Product Management, Business Analytics, Management Consulting or Strategic Ops
High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, BI), AI tools (Claud, Chat GPT, etc.) and comfort learning new internal technology tools.
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Proven experience working cross-functionally across different teams, managing senior stakeholders across global organizations, and delivering executive-level presentations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field
Passion for trading cards, collectibles, and fan culture.
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Background in developing innovative physical products; trading card or collectibles experience strongly preferred.

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