Licensing Supervisor

The Licensing Director, Europe will play a crucial role helping to lead strategic initiatives and business growth for the NFL’s global Consumer Products team. The NFL’s Consumer Products business unit is responsible for the NFL’s global licensing business, e-commerce and retailer relationships, and gaming portfolio, as well as supporting int’l expansion programs for NFL clubs. Example initiatives might include executing category-wide marketing campaigns, negotiating licensing deals, monetizing new assets, or identifying growth opportunities for current partners. The Licensing Director, Europe will help lead these initiatives by identifying growth opportunities, building and strengthening local licensee and retail relationships and presence, and leading cross-departmental projects. This is an exciting new opportunity to take on a leadership role in one of the NFL’s key business units and work with other NFL stakeholders, NFL partners, and NFL clubs. Partner with local GMs and Marketing teams to drive fan growth strategy. Manage local licensee portfolio and relationships. Build and strengthen key retail relationships across Europe; Proactively generate new business ideas and opportunities to grow relationships with current and new partners. Liaise with research group to execute research projects designed to better understand Europe landscape and customers. Lead licensee communication on local marketing plans across tentpole moments, including: Draft, Kickoff, Int’l Games, Playoffs, Super Bowl, etc. Facilitate QC approvals and licensee line reviews, ensuring compliance with Licensees’ contracts and maintenance of quality standards. Qualities, Skills, and Knowledge Extensive knowledge of Europe retail landscape German language strongly preferred Excellent communication and relationship management skills Experience working with a mix of global and local product partners Extremely strong partner management and collaboration skills Understanding, appreciation in working with different cultures local partner priorities. Strong organizational skills with ability to manage various projects Able to juggle multiple projects, prioritize stakeholder needs, meet tight deadlines