Associate Product Line Manager

GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain accurate information across all product platforms inclusive of forecasts, pricing, product ID’s, and imaging
• Strong systems orientation, subject matter expert of company proprietary systems, partnering with merchandising operations
• Supports Product Line Managers with line planning, and cross matrix accountabilities at the channel, league, or assortment level with a focus on quality of content
• Supports the creation and management of SOPs for all aspects of product management process and calendar
• Assist in maximizing existing programs and developing new business opportunities with the Product Management team and cross matrix partners
• Provides regular communication to the relevant teams regarding line development, seasonal performance, change in forecast, etc.
• Assists with relationship and product management of sublicensees and external partners
• Possible trend travel, including Sales Meetings, account meetings and tradeshows

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or Merchandising or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience, 2+ years of experience in retail or wholesale a plus.

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, adapt to change, and maintain composure under pressure. 
• Maintains a positive and professional attitude towards team, vendors, and clients
• Product merchandising/creation experience 0 - 2 years
• Strong understanding of merchandising retail math/financial skills
• Moderate experience with fashion, color, and trend analysis
• Understanding of the product creation process a plus.
• Moderate skill level in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, as well as familiarity with data warehouses and database
• management
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast pace and dynamic environment
• Sports fan a plus
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the job

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally.