Partnerships Manager

Aimé Leon Dore is looking for a Partnerships Manager to join our team in reporting directly to the VP of Partnerships & Special Projects. This position will be responsible for the success of each partnership through clear communication with internal and external partners, oversight of all related timelines and milestones, and execute initiatives that further the goals of partnership strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of organizational efficiencies, excellent problem solving and project management skills, and be an effective cross-functional communicator.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact internally and externally for all collaborative partnerships; maintain strong relationships with key partners at other brands, companies, and independent contributors.
• Execute partnership agreements to set initiatives up for success across areas including product & merchandising scope, marketing budgets, legal terms, etc.
• Manage all internal and external timelines related to each partnership and corresponding project; serve as the subject matter expert for deadlines, approvals, and the overall project calendar as it relates to third parties.
• Work in lockstep with internal teams (design, development, creative, marketing, and merchandising) to develop tailored strategies for each partner and project.
• Own internal partnership meetings and schedules with key stakeholders to ensure projects are kept on-track, timelines are understood, and deadlines are met.
• Deliver relevant information to the marketing team for each project that outlines the business opportunity, contractual requirements, and other relevant information to create a creative brief.
• Identify and pursue new collaboration opportunities that align with brand’s positioning, values, and key markets/consumer groups
• Keep up with industry trends and identify opportunities for innovation and growth
  
  

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in collaborations, partnerships, or related field
• Passion for fashion and lifestyle industry
• Strong relationships with key industry players, potential partners, and collaborators
• Excellent communication skills; strong negotiator with the ability to champion ALD
• Thrives in situations of ambiguity
• An independent operator with excellent problem-solving skills who demonstrates good judgement
• Keen attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment; strong project management skills a must, with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to think creatively and strategically
• Travel required
  
  

Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 

Created in 2014, Aimé Leon Dore is a lifestyle, sport and ready-to-wear brand based out of Queens, New York. With a strong focus on simple yet powerful design, we are driven to create timeless work by portraying an aesthetic that is uniquely our own