Works in coordination with Sr. Manager to manage assigned category of business. ' Works closely with cross-functional partners (design, content design, engineering, packaging) throughout the product development process. ' Responsible for executing marketing and product development related strategies to ensure achievement of sales and profit objectives. ' Responsible for tracking product development progress; track and monitor production dates, ship dates and work with operations to monitor customer dates to make sure deadlines are met. ' Develop and maintains effective relationship with licensor. ' Independently completes consumer and competitive research projects. ' Provides recommendations based on business analysis to improve sales and grow business in order to meet financial objectives. ' Prepares Marketing Reports (P&L, Costing Reports etc); Assists with the completion of Long Range Plans/Strategic plans; Prepares presentations as needed. ' Introduces and presents new products and/or research findings to buyers and sales force multiple times per year
' Some travel required
Education/Experience: ' Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business or related; MBA preferred. ' 5-7 years of similar “product“ marketing experience in a consumer products company. ' Toy experience is highly preferred. ' Experience working with licensors/licensees is highly preferred
Skills: ' Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with people at all levels. ' Strong organizational and time management skills. ' Strong communication skills (written and verbal). ' Ability to handle a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. ' Computer proficiency: MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint. ' Must be a self-starter with a proactive approach to work. ' Ability to work independently as well as be a team player. ' Ability to prioritize work in order to meet important deadlines. ' Solid analytical skills with ability to do research and analyze data in order to present sound, well thought out recommendations. ' Strong presentation skills. ' Excellent follow up skills.
