POSITION TITLE:        Senior Coordinator - Licensing   
REPORTS TO:          VP-Licensing

POSITION SUMMARY:
This role specializes in the Licensing business, inclusive of Apparel and Accessories, across both genders and the AEO and aerie brands. Position is responsible for maintaining existing licensor and licensee relationships and recommending licensing opportunities to generate revenue streams across multiple categories and brands. This position also oversees the licensed graphics approval process, supervising the individual hired to handle the day-to-day tasks required to meet contractual approval obligations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support growth in licensing business across the organization through relationship-building, strategy and execution.
• Build strong relationships with existing licensors and licensees to open doors for AEO.
• Build in-person connections regularly with AEO stakeholders.
• Educate and influence teams on potential licensing opportunities through bi-annual trend share-outs for Design and Merchandising.
• Send seasonal concept share-outs for AE and Aerie to key licensors to help bring licensed ideas into seasonal brand storytelling.
• Use data to shed light on white space in AEO licensing assortments as well as licensing process opportunities.
• Participate in brand miletone meetings and follow-ups, staying close to business needs and prioritizing work for licensing coordinators to meet production deadlines.
• Train, oversee, and develop licensing coordinators that own the day-to-day approvals process to ensure all licensed products meet the approval process as mandated by contracts.
• Set culture of excellence and proactivity within Licensing team.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process streamlining and partner with cross-functional team to develop and roll out process changes across the organization.
• Own royalty forecasting and reporting, working closely with Finance department to ensure proper and on time royalty payments.
• Partner with Legal team to ensure contracts are written, updated, and executed to support AEO Licensing business needs and with favorable commercial terms for AEO.
• Participate in collaboration product development process as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration/Development, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in retail and business development. 
• Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with team members across brands and lines of businesses; relationships within licensing industry a plus
• Analytical with a high degree of proficiency in Google Office suite
• Forward thinking and innovative with a track record of identify better ways of working 
• Love of graphics and pop culture and understanding of ‘fan mentality’
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to solve problems and work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting 
• Team management experience a plus
• Must be based in NYC metro area 

PAY/BENEFITS INFORMATION:

• Actual starting pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience and location.
• Subject to eligibility requirements, associates may receive health care benefits (including medical, vision, and dental); wellness benefits; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase program; paid time off; paid sick leave; and parental leave and benefits.
• Paid Time Off, paid sick leave, and holiday pay vary by job level and type, job location, employment classification (part-time or full-time / exempt or non-exempt), and years of service. For additional information, please click here.
• AEO may also provide discretionary bonuses and other incentives at its discretion.