Temporary Licensing Manager

For nearly a century, The Jel Sert Company has focused on creating high-quality, high-value foods and beverages that help bring people together. In 2022, Jel Sert was certified as a Great Place to Work! We are currently looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a TEMPORARY LICENSING MANAGER. If you are looking for a Great Place to Work, with a work environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and a shared vision for creating incredible products that help create lasting memories, then Jel Sert wants you!

The Temporary Licensing Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing marketing initiatives related to assigned Jel Sert Licensed brands

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

This job description is only a summary of typical functions. Duties, tasks, and responsibilities may differ from the job description.

• Perform day-to-day marketing brand activities with minimal supervision
• Execute new product introductions and line extension rollouts on a timely basis
• Oversee the product development process both internally for Jel Sert and externally with Licensing partners
• Fulfill contractual obligations and field daily requests from Licensing partners on behalf of Jel Sert
• Provide detailed forecasts on a regular basis
• Develop fact-based marketing plans and sales presentations
• Plan, coordinate and execute marketing initiatives related to Jel Sert licensed brands (consumer or trade promotions)
• Directly manage licensed brand tactical executions from an inbound and outbound licensing perspective
• Manage timelines for new product and package development - working cross functionally including translating brand assets into compelling graphics via use of graphic designers
• Serve as liaison between Jel Sert and assigned licensors
• Assist in identification of new product opportunities and platforms to grow assigned licenses
• Research and recommend promotional strategies and tactics for key product lines

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Must have a minimum of 7 years of marketing experience in CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods). Food or beverage environment is preferred.
• Must have a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field required. MBA highly desirable.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to demonstrate expertise in commercializing new products.
• Must show proficiency in working with external contacts/resources.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills are required.
• Must be experienced in all elements of the marketing mix and have a firm grasp of marketing principles.
• Must possess excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication (written and oral) skills.
• Must exhibit critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Must be proficient in MS Office, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit at computer and participate in meetings for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs on an as- needed basis.

• Must be able to hear/listen effectively.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must be able to ascend/descend staircases and ladders.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment

ACCOUNTABILITIES CHECKLIST

Planning

Prioritizes and schedule tasks in order to provide key management information in an efficient manner.

Checks the quality and timeliness of own work.

FOOD SAFETY and QUALITY RESPONSIBLITIES

Follow applicable procedures and work instructions.

Monitor Quality Control Points (QCP) if Applicable QCCP's.

Backup VP of Licensing and Partnerships

IMPACT ON JEL SERT SUCCESS

The Sr. Licensing Manager will play a key role in the continued growth of Jel Sert's licensing portfolio, promotional partnerships, and day-to-day functions of the licensing department.