Job OverviewMarquee Brands is seeking a knowledgeable, strategic, product-loving Assistant Brand Manager to join its New York team. The Assistant Brand Manager will support the Senior Brand Manager, Culinary in the management and growth of three iconic culinary brands: Martha Stewart, Emeril Lagasse, and Sur La Table.ResponsibilitiesMerchandisingAssist with building and maintenance of the time and action calendarCollaborate with licensees to manage:Product approvalsSample procurement and organizationGo-To-Market assets such as linelists, linesheets, recipes, and campaign imageryBusiness ManagementExecute & analyze business reporting for ecomm, retail, hospitality businesses and circulate business updates internallyBuild and maintain Excel-based reporting tools and trackers to support decision-makingAssist with development of global go to market strategiesMaintain & update store distribution listsOwn Amazon reporting and forecasting in tandem with the marketplace teamMarketingCollaborate and liaise with internal teams such as marketing and PR teams on needs to support brand strategy and growth (ie. linesheets, samples, pricing, new products, new menus)Maintain merch inputs for the marketing team's launch calendarsFinancialProcure and enter monthly, quarterly actuals and projections in relevant corporate filesAnalyze financial information provided by licenseesTrademark and Contract ManagementProvide trademark proof of usage and maintain reportingOwn and maintain detailed trackers surrounding partner contracts and termsComplianceManage RoyaltyZone Process End to End, from validating partner inputs to generating ad hoc reporting, while keeping careful records of any and all system updates needed (example: loading new retailers for a partner)Market ResearchConduct market research across online and in-store channels to identify opportunities and inform competitive positioning, with a focus on kitchen and food-related productsStay up to date on industry trends across grocery, hospitality, and home & kitchen categories to inform business and product strategyResearch prospective retail opportunities and prepare pitch decksAdministrative ResponsibilitiesSchedule and own the agendas for internal touchbasesSchedule and own the agendas for bi-weekly and monthly business reviews with licenseesSchedule and own the agendas for partner meetings (ex. Design reviews, product tastings)Required Skills/AbilitiesMust be advanced in Microsoft excel and the entire Microsoft Suite and Canva.Strong foundation in retail math and business analytics (sales, margin, productivity metrics)Advanced Excel skills required (pivot tables, lookups, data organization,Excellent verbal and written communication skillsExperience with project management tools (i.e, Asana) is a plus.Education and ExperienceBachelor's degree1 year of experience in retail merchandising, planning, and/or licensingBackground or experience in consumer food products, kitchen products, and/or culinary experiences is a plusMarquee Brands Benefits and PerksYou'll enjoy coming to work because we have a refreshing company culture that is open, entrepreneurial and fun.Competitive salary, and bonus structureHealthcare Benefits including dental and visionFlexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA)Short-term and Long-term disabilityParental LeaveLife insurancePet InsurancePaid VacationAction Days - two (2) fully paid "Marquee In Action" days each calendar year to dedicate your time to a charity or cause of your choice.11 Paid Holidays: In addition to Paid vacation.Salary $65,000-$70,000 + bonusThis job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.#J-18808-Ljbffr