Licensing Coordinator

Company Overview

Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and with a brand portfolio of over 40 Brands domestically and internationally recognized brands including:
Perry Ellis®, Original Penguin® by Munsingwear®, Laundry by Shelli Segal®, Rafaella®, Cubavera®, Ben Hogan®, Savane®, Grand Slam®, John Henry®, Manhattan®, Axist® and Farah®. The Company enhances its roster of brands by licensing trademarks from third parties, including:
Nike® for swimwear, and Callaway®, PGA TOUR®, and Jack Nicklaus® for golf apparel.

• Key Interface with Brand Merchandising and Design Team for seasonal design info and brand direction
• Coordinate seasonal trend presentations to be made by Brand Merchandising and Design
• Supply each licensee with color and trend direction
• Coordinate and ensure adherence to design/merchandising calendars
• Assist Director in coordination of international distributor’s seasonal assortment to ensure global brand alignment & market relevance
• Ensure prompt approval/comments on all submitted designs
• Category expert on trend and competition (positioning, pricing, and product mix)
• Line sheet coordination - Document all product approvals
• Highlight potential line extensions and new business opportunities
• Set up seasonal apparel and accessories overviews with Sales & Design, as needed
• Facilitate the fulfillment of all licensee requests, i.e. swatches, prints, hardware, etc.
• Partner with teams to collect reporting, format reporting, monitor sales performance, and share findings with Director

• Key interface between Brand Marketing and Licensees
• Maintain and update licensee website for all product categories created internally and any marketing/PR and advertising materials
• Prepare and distribute brand updates
• Initiate Project requests and oversee to final approval and production
• Ensure adherence to brand standards and collect materials for the libraries:
  
  Logos,Labels,Collateral,In-Store Visuals,Trade Advertising,Fixturing
• Category expert on trend and competition (collateral, advertising, in-store fixturing/shops, retail space, etc.)
• Compile information for brand books/kits
• Marketing communication to/from Licensees
• Facilitate sample requests for PR /Shoots
• Maintain product libraries: (samples & closet)
• Maintain category exploratory

Essential

Skills:

• Strong Communication: Effectively communicate and coordinate with both internal teams and external licensees
• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Multitask in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and maintain strong planning skills to manage calendars and deadlines.
• Trend Awareness & Product Sensibility: A keen understanding of global market trends, design, and fashion concepts
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders to achieve common goals
• Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Photoshop and Illustrator (preferred)

Qualifications:

• College Graduate
• 2+ years experience
  - Sales (retail or wholesale), Merchandising/Buying, Marketing or Brand Management

Salary offered will be at the discretion of the Company and based on a candidate’s qualifications. For this position, the base salary will be between $30.00 - $35.00/hour. Other benefits associated with the position for eligible associates are listed below.

What’s In It For You?

• Comprehensive Health: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision plans designed to keep you and your family healthy and thriving.
• Financial Security: Secure your future with our 401(k) retirement plan (including a discretionary company match) plus company-provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
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• Work-Life Balance: Take the time you need to recharge with generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and a full schedule of paid Holidays
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• Growth & Support: We invest in your potential through our Tuition Reimbursement program for continuous learning and provide 24/7 personal support via our Member Assistance Program (MAP).
• Team Culture: Join a community that celebrates your hard work with regular Associate Engagement Events , ranging from seasonal celebrations to on-site wellness activities.
• Exclusive Style Perks: Look your best for…