Licensing Manager – Sports, Video Games & Brands (Hybrid)

Loungefly, LLC.; Burbank (CA); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Funko is seeking a Manager, Licensing based in Burbank, CA, focused on Loungefly partnerships across Sports, Video Games, and Icons. The role reports to the VP, Licensing and Business Development and involves forecasting, relationship management, and contract negotiations to drive growth in Funko's licensing portfolio.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in toy/licensing, a business/marketing degree, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with Sales, Merch, and Licensing

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of direct toy, collectible, or adjacent licensing experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, and Marketing, or related field.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage Loungefly partnerships, including forecasting, relationship management, contract review and negotiation.
• Prepare calendarized business reviews by partner.
• Identify new business and revenue opportunities with licensors and senior leadership.
• Develop strategies by retailer, brand and property with VP, Merch and Sales.

Skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Licensing experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing

Job description

Funko is seeking a Manager, Licensing based in Burbank, CA, focused on Loungefly partnerships across Sports, Video Games, and Icons. The role reports to the VP, Licensing and Business Development and involves forecasting, relationship management, and contract negotiations to drive growth in Funko's licensing portfolio.

The candidate should have 3–5 years in toy/licensing, a business/marketing degree, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with Sales, Merch, and Licensing