Manager, Specialty Retail

ViacomCBS
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2021 CLOSED ON 11/4/2021

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ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, its portfolio includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount , Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. The company delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, ViacomCBS provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions for partners on five continents.

Description:
The Specialty Retail Development team at ViacomCBS is responsible for driving everyday placement and unique programs at Specialty retailers for all priority properties in the portfolio. The team develops cross category retail programs that include all Lines of Business such as Apparel, Accessories, Home Goods, Toys, Publishing, CPG, HBA and Home Entertainment. The team focuses on key strategies and tactics that will help drive product placement, marketing, engagement and sales in line with our overall Consumer Products goals. Specialty Retail liaises with all departments within the ViacomCBS ecosystem such as CP Licensing teams, Retail Marketing, Creative, Talent, International, Consumer Marketing, Franchise etc.

We are searching for a Manager of Specialty retail to help us deliver on that mission by working alongside the Sr. Director in creating, pitching, executing and building out these programs. The position will primarily focus on contract management, building and crafting pitch decks, writing meeting recaps, routing marketing materials to key partners, and leading and maintaining licensees and buyer contact lists.

Responsibilities:
Build and manage relationships, field requests, and keep key Specialty retailers informed
Field requests from and provide updates to all the key internal teams (Franchise, Creative, Legal, Marketing) on an ongoing basis
Handle internal contract tracking system - responsibilities include inputting amendments, renewals, and new contracts
Build and lead all team documents and calendars. Placement grids, program tracking documents, end of year placement summary, financial tracking
Route product development and marketing elements for internal approval
Build targeted presentations to pitch retailers and provide business updates
Work with Retail Sr. Director, licensing partners, and retailers to sell in cross category retail programs
Assist in the preparation and the development of licensee/partner presentations for summits and/or trade shows
Monitor competitive franchises and keep up to date with industry and retailer news
Regular attendance of trade shows and social industry functions where applicable

Basic Qualifications:
3 years of experience in Licensing and/or Retail

Additional Qualifications:
Comfortable multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced, high-performance group with numerous projects at once in a fast paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise copy
Comfortable presenting in front of large audiences
Strong experience with PowerPoint, Excel, etc. Photoshop/Illustrator, if possible
Skilled diplomat who works effectively with internal departments and external partners
Creative teammate with high energy and a passion for product, entertainment, trends, fashion, culture, and marketing
Clear strategic vision combined with actions that are defined and executed with urgency
Knowledge of marketing tactics across all platforms including on-air, digital, social and experiential
An analytical mind; able to provide insightful conclusions and recommendations based on trend data and market research
Excellent planning and project management proficiencies
Ability to effectively elevate strategic concerns to senior management in a timely and accurate manner
Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally

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ViacomCBS is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At ViacomCBS, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. ViacomCBS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. https://www.viacomcbs.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to viacomaccommodations@viacom.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.
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