Brand Manager - Pokemon

Jazwares-; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 99.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Up to 20 remote days per year

Zusammenfassung

Jazwares in Culver City, CA seeks a Brand Manager to lead end-to-end product execution for a growth portfolio of trend-driven brands. You will manage plush and plastic lines from concept to shelf, collaborating with licensors and global partners to drive profitability.

The role requires 5+ years in product development or brand management within toys/CP. Strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills are essential for success in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in product development, brand or project management in toys/CP industries.
• Foundational knowledge of product development lifecycles and global manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking with data-driven decision making.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, cross-functional projects and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Aufgaben

• Drive end-to-end product development from concept to market for a growth portfolio.
• Coordinate development samples, marketing photography, and approvals.
• Liaise with licensors, manage submissions and design approvals.
• Analyze POS data and trends to identify growth opportunities and positioning.
• Manage line plans and track costs with global product managers and partners.
• Collaborate with sales to gather input, manage inventory, and build brand decks.
• Use project management tools to update stakeholders and mentor junior staff.

Kenntnisse

Brand management

Product development

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Brand Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Jobbeschreibung

As the Brand Manager, you will lead end-to-end product execution for a high-growth portfolio of trend-driven brands! You will manage plush and plastic lines from concept to shelf, bringing emerging pop culture and entertainment trends to market at global retail. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!

What You Will Do:

• Drive day-to-day product development from concept to market by coordinating the timely creation, placement, and approval of development samples, presentation models, and marketing photography
• Act as the primary liaison with licensors by managing portal submissions, coordinating design approvals, and building strong relationships to ensure brand integrity and adherence to development schedules
• Analyze point-of-sale data, industry trends, and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities, co-develop retail exclusive plans, and formulate strategic product positioning
• Manage product line plans and track project expenditures by negotiating 3D model, tooling, and unit costs with global Product Managers and external partners to maximize profitability
• Collaborate with the Sales team to gather global input, proactively manage inventory, participate in key account calls, and create compelling brand decks for highly effective presentations
• Serve as the central communication hub utilizing project management software to consistently update stakeholders while acting as a trainer and mentor for junior staff on the brand team
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For:

• 5+ years of experience in product development, brand management, or project management within the toys or consumer products industry
• Strong, foundational knowledge of consumer product development lifecycles and global manufacturing processes
• Robust analytical and critical thinking skills with a demonstrated capability to measure metrics, evaluate information, and proactively formulate strategic recommendations
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, cross-functional projects, and strict deadlines in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulately engage, influence, and collaborate with diverse individuals at all organizational levels
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and excellent attention to detail, with the capacity to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Strong proficiency in standard productivity tools including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (G-Suite)

Nice To Have:

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Brand Management, or an industry-related field is a plus

Prior knowledge of or experience utilizing digital rights management systems

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

The salary range for this position is $98,640.00 - $110,320.00 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basiclifeand AD&D insurance, a401(K) retirementprogram with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™,BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visitwww.jazwares.com and follow us onLinkedIn ,X ,Instagram , andFacebook .