Based in Tampa, Odd Sox is a premium sock and accessories brand dedicated to creating trendsetting designs, superior quality and affordability. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and commitment to excellence. Join our dynamic team as we expand our licensing initiatives and enhance our brand’s presence in the market!
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Licensing Manager to oversee our licensing operations. The Licensing Manager is responsible for managing the details, quality, and maintenance of existing licenses and renewals. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, producing, and submitting applications for entry to new markets and ensuring timely change management and/or renewals in active markets.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all licensor partnerships
- Support the operations and continuous improvement of the licensing department
- Develop and maintain systems, including IT database, for license tracking, forecasting, sales, maintenance, renewals etc.
- Assist in the compilation and submission of competitive license applications and tenders to win new, valuable licenses
- Deal directly with management as required to secure necessary input for licensing/regulatory procedures
- Responsible for both the management and operational aspects of preparing and maintaining applications and documentation in accordance with state-defined requirements and deadlines.
- Hands-on work in licensing processes, including liaising with various departments of the Company (Corporate and subsidiary organizations) to gather required content/documentation, compile submissions, and prepare applications
- Draft initial application content for SME review, ensuring consistent messaging and conformity with the requirements and expectations of state authorities
- Monitor the announcement of key license/similar tenders across the country and help management decide on which tenders to participate
Requirements and skills:
- 5 years of experience in a similar role
- Strategic development – experience defining, planning, and shaping strategies and initiatives, ideally within brand licensing
- Ability to set direction, build recommendations, and drive them through the organization
- Ability to work with highly sophisticated projects in a cross-functional team
- Experience leading or contributing to complex projects
- Ability to creatively solve problems with an out-of-the-box mentality
OTHER BENEFITS & PERKS
- Fun and Exciting Work Environment
- Paid Vacation Time
- 5 paid Holidays
- 401K
- Contact: Hr@oddsox.com
Monday - Friday