Growth-Driven Global Licensing Manager – Small Appliances

Whirlpool Corporation; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,250 - 150,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Whirlpool employee discount

Fitness reimbursement programs

Educational reimbursement programs

Sabbatical after five years

Job summary

A leading home appliance manufacturer is seeking a Global Licensing Category Manager for KitchenAid Small Appliances. This mid-senior level role drives business growth by assessing new product categories and partnerships. Responsibilities include managing relationships with licensees, developing product strategies, and overseeing compliance. Located in Chicago with weekly attendance required in Michigan, this full-time position offers a generous benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of product marketing or brand/category marketing experience.
• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead communication with external licensing partners.
• Develop long-term product strategy for categories.
• Utilize development processes to drive projects.
• Conduct consumer insights analysis for decisions.
• Review and approve marketing assets for alignment.
• Develop cross-functional relationships for project success.
• Support the licensing team in product exploration.
• 10-15% travel, including internationally.

Skills

Product marketing

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Degree in Marketing or Engineering

Job description

A leading home appliance manufacturer is seeking a Global Licensing Category Manager for KitchenAid Small Appliances. This mid-senior level role drives business growth by assessing new product categories and partnerships. Responsibilities include managing relationships with licensees, developing product strategies, and overseeing compliance. Located in Chicago with weekly attendance required in Michigan, this full-time position offers a generous benefits package and opportunities for career advancement.