Strategic Licensing & Partnerships Manager

Fanatics Collectibles; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Manager, Licensing & Partnerships to support high-priority initiatives across the organization. The role requires flexible, self-starting candidates with strong analytical skills and a track record of cross-functional leadership.

You will rotate across projects in operations, gaining exposure to strategic roadmap execution and licensing programs. A passion for sports, culture, and entertainment will help you thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in management consulting, project management, strategy, finance, or Biz Ops roles.
• Strong quantitative modeling and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-first mindset with ability to solve highly complex problems.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines across high-priority initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Partner Management: Manage relationships with existing partners and coordinate stakeholders on product updates, timelines, approvals, and marketing initiatives.
• Strategy Development: Define and refine partnership strategy, identify opportunities, cost reductions, and efficiency improvements.
• Performance Measurement: Define metrics to track licensor growth and assess partner performance.
• Project Management & Implementation: Align cross-functional teams (Marketing, Product, Comms, Sales) on license terms and execute initiatives like MVP buyback and Debut Patch.
• Outbound Licensing: Lead inquiries around licensing Topps IP.

Skills

Management Consulting

Project Management

Strategy

Financial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, accounting or similar

Job description

Fanatics Collectibles is seeking a Manager, Licensing & Partnerships to support high-priority initiatives across the organization. The role requires flexible, self-starting candidates with strong analytical skills and a track record of cross-functional leadership.

You will rotate across projects in operations, gaining exposure to strategic roadmap execution and licensing programs. A passion for sports, culture, and entertainment will help you thrive in our fast-paced environment.