Global Brand Associate

Jazwares; Plantation (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work schedule

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Jazwares in Plantation, Florida, is seeking a Global Brand Associate to oversee a group of product categories and manage licensee communications. You will support end-to-end product development, navigate licensors' digital rights platforms, and collaborate cross-functionally to create lines fans will love.

You will work with design, packaging, marketing, and licensing teams to move concepts to market, coordinate design approvals, request cost data from global suppliers, and help build expansion

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in brand management, licensing, marketing or product development
• Experience navigating the product development lifecycle for consumer hard/soft goods
• Strong project management with attention to detail and ability to juggle priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to present ideas
• Passion for toy industry, trends, and learning new concepts
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design, packaging, marketing, and licensing to create products from concept to market
• Coordinate design approvals with licensors and track DRM compliance
• Request and document 3D model costs, unit costs, and tooling costs from global suppliers
• Organize and manage product samples, track influx, storage, and prepare presentation models
• Conduct competitive analyses and identify future opportunities for product expansion
• Support brand operations, social media updates, and key account calls
• Interface with sales, contract manufacturing, and vendors to manage inventory and streamline processes

Skills

Brand management

Licensing

Product development

Project management

Communication

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Tools

DRM systems

Job description

As the Global Brand Associate, you will oversee a dynamic group of product categories and manage critical communication with licensees for our highly anticipated designated brands! In this role, you will navigate and track crucial approvals within our Licensor's Digital Rights Platforms while collaborating cross-functionally to develop new, exciting product lines that fans will love. You will support the end-to-end product development lifecycle, ensuring our toys perfectly capture the magic of the brand. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play

What You Will Do:

Collaborate cross-functionally with product design, packaging, marketing, and licensing teams to create compelling products from concept to market that perfectly fit the brand

Coordinate design approvals with respective licensors and stakeholders, navigating Digital Rights Management (DRM) systems to track compliance and style guide adherence

Assist Product Development Managers by requesting and documenting 3D model costs, product unit costs, and tooling costs from global suppliers to ensure timely, accurate quoting

Organize and manage physical product samples by tracking influx, overseeing storage, photographing items, and coordinating the timely creation of presentation models for key accounts

Conduct competitive assessments and research market trends to identify future opportunities, gather field input, and assist in developing product expansion strategies

Support day-to-day brand operations by managing social media updates, tracking products at market, maintaining submission trackers, and participating in key account calls

Interface with internal sales, contract manufacturing, and external vendors to proactively manage inventory and ensure a smooth, efficient business process

What We Are Looking For:

1 to 2 years of experience in brand management, licensing, marketing, or product development

Demonstrated knowledge and experience navigating the product development lifecycle for consumer hard or soft goods

Strong project management skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to seamlessly juggle multiple shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to confidently present ideas, engage an audience, and collaborate as a strategic team player

A genuine passion for learning about the toy industry, emerging play patterns, and current consumer trends

Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (G-Suite) applications

Nice to Have:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or an industry-relevant field is a plus

Prior experience working within the toy, licensing, or related consumer products industries

Working knowledge of Digital Rights Management (DRM) systems (such as MediaBox or LAS)

Prior experience operating within a global organization

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 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 basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program 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.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

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.

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, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and Facebook .

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