Licensing & Merchandising Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious project is seeking a Licensing & Merchandising Specialist to shape the future of motorsport. This role focuses on building a world-class licensing and merchandising business within the Audi F1 Project. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset and hands-on execution skills, managing licensing agreements and collaborating with partners to drive brand growth. With a passion for sports and a keen understanding of market trends, you will play a crucial role in optimizing product performance and ensuring operational efficiency. If you're ready to make motorsport history, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in licensing management, preferably in sports.
• Strong understanding of licensing agreements and contract law.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement licensing strategies aligned with brand objectives.
• Manage end-to-end licensing processes ensuring compliance and quality.

Skills

Licensing Management

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Market Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Management

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Job description

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Licensing & Merchandising Specialist, Slough

Client:

Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Join the Audi F1 Project - Shape the Future of Motorsport!

Welcome to the Audi F1 Project.
Audi will be competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship from 2026.
The new team has three locations: Audi's Motorsport Competence Center in Neuburg (Germany), Sauber Group's Formula 1 factory in Hinwil (Switzerland), and Sauber Motorsport Technical Center in the UK, which will be operational this year. Our Power Unit is from Neuburg, while Hinwil focuses on chassis development and race operations.
What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.
This position is based at Sauber in Hinwil (Switzerland).

Your mission

This is a bold and ambitious project focused on building a world-class merchandising, licensing, and retail business. We seek a Licensing & Merchandising Specialist who can combine strategic vision with hands-on execution. The primary focus will be developing and managing our licensing business, working closely with licensees and partners. The role also supports merchandising activities. The ideal candidate must be adaptable, proactive, and comfortable switching between strategic planning and operational execution.

• Support the development and implementation of a licensing strategy aligned with the Audi F1 Project’s brand and commercial objectives.
• Manage and oversee the end-to-end licensing process for branded products, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance with brand guidelines, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with brand and marketing teams to create compelling product offerings aligned with the brand’s vision.
• Support negotiations and execution of licensing agreements, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for the brand and licensees.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with licensees and partners to drive brand growth.
• Monitor and analyze licensed product performance, providing data-driven insights to optimize sales strategies.
• Manage merchandising back-office activities, including processing internal orders and coordinating with Logistics for timely delivery.
• Analyze market trends and competitors to identify new licensing opportunities and stay ahead of the curve.

Your profile

• Bachelor’s degree in management, marketing, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of proven experience in licensing management, preferably within the sports industry or for a sports brand/club.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills, with experience managing key partners and stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of licensing agreements, intellectual property rights, and contract law.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present and influence at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail.
• Passion for sports, with a strong understanding of consumer behavior and trends within the sports merchandise market.
• Proficiency in English; German language skills are an advantage.