You will be responsible for providing input and executing a long-term business strategy for the Fashion & Living (F&L) category in GAS (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) & Nordics that leverages the richness of NBCUniversal’s entertainment content to build a sustainable business that achieves annual revenue targets.

The role will be responsible for identifying the best license and promotion partners, negotiating agreements, driving innovative and quality product ranges, providing GAS & Nordics specific input into global deals, accurate quarterly forecasting and promoting retail sell-in of product.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies for F&L in conjunction with the Director, Fashion & Living & FBC (Food, Beauty, Care) by identifying opportunities and fill gaps by product sub-category, age segment, market channel and franchise
• Curate data led targeted presentations to pitch, support or launch licensing programs
• Lead contract negotiations with licensees, analyse and vet business plans and ensure contract deliverables are met
• Drive joint business planning with key licensees and retailers; the licensee base includes regional partners based in GAS & Nordics
• Partner with the product development team to drive quality and champion innovation in local product development; ensure timely product approvals in line with industry needs
• Fiscal responsibility to include annual budget planning and quarterly revenue forecasting
• Analyse business performance by licensee and retailer and develop growth objectives and strategies
• Integrate licensees into cross-category brand and marketing plans
• Collaborate with other category teams locally and regionally and UP&E stakeholders to ensure smooth processes – i.e. Legal, Finance, Global Brand Standard
• Develop and maintain relationships with key buyers and decision makers across GAS and Nordic retailers
• Regular attendance of trade shows and social industry functions where applicable