Manager, Merchandising

Who We Are

Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders. A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide.

Why Authentic

You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.

What You’ll Do

As the Manager, Merchandising, you will govern Authentic licensee product creation, ensuring all offerings are in line with contractual definitions, trend-right, brand-aligned, and commercially viable. You will lead the design and merchandising review process from Concept to Market, empowering partners to elevate brand DNA, maximize sales, and open new distribution doors. You will collaborate with Brand, Business Development, and Marketing teams to maximize Brand’s growth.

 What you’ll be working on

• Licensee Product Governance: Oversee end-to-end product development for licensed partners, ensuring compliance with brand standards, trend-alignment, and product quality from concept approval to final production.
• Brand & DNA Custodian: Lead the Design and Merchandising review process for licensees, ensuring all products strictly adhere to Brand Guidelines and DNA.
• Compliance Governance: Ensure licensee products are in line with contractual definitions, quality standards, and brand positioning
• Go-to-Market Strategy: Drive the merchandising review process, reviewing product assortments to meet seasonal KPIs, market demand, and revenue growth goals.
• Commercial Viability & Assortment Plan:Analyze market trends and sales performance to guide partners in developing profitable, "good/better/best" product assortments that meet market demand and maximize sales.
• Partnership Management: Act as the primary liaison between licensees and Authentic on products, providing clear, actionable feedback to enhance product offerings.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Support Brand, Business Development, and Marketing teams to align licensed product strategies with overall company growth initiatives

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in Merchandise, Fashion/ Product Design.

• 3-5 years of experience in product design or merchandising within fashion industry.
• Creative and strategic thinker to drive results in a matrix environment, balancing creative brand vision with commercial rigor.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams and managing external partnerships and license product design experience a plus.
• Excellent organizational skill, ability to multi-task and work independently to prioritize for a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, presentation skills with attention to detail.

Primary Location Salary Range:

$80,000 - $90,000

 

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