Licensing Coordinator

About Perry Ellis International
Perry Ellis International, Inc. is a leading designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories and fragrances. The company's collection of dress and casual shirts, golf sportswear, sweaters, dress pants, casual pants and shorts, jeans wear, active wear, dresses and men's and women's swimwear is available through all major levels of retail distribution. The company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, owns a portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands, including: Perry Ellis®, An 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. Additional information on the company is available at www.pery.com.

SUMMARY: 

Support in all licensing processes; act as a liaison between home office and licensees, performing a variety of administrative functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Key Liaison with the licensees on day-to-day issues pertaining to marketing and design
• Interface with Licensing Management team on all communication
• Interface with Divisional Marketing
• Interface with Divisional Design Merchandising/Design
• Key Interface with Divisional Merchandising and Design Teams for seasonal design info and brand direction
• Coordinate seasonal trend presentations to be made by VP
• Supply each licensee with color and trend direction as directed by the VP
• Ensure adherence to design/merchandising calendars
• Ensure prompt approval/comments by VP on all submitted concepts/designs
• Maintain product libraries: (samples & closet)
• Ensure adherence to brand standards on product identification, i.e. labels, logo, trims, etc and collect documentation / components.
• Category expert on trend and competition (positioning, pricing, and product mix)
• Trend due diligence – StyleSight prints outs, updates for VP
• 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
• Assist Design and Merchandising with special projects
• Facilitate the fulfillment of all licensee requests, i.e. swatches, prints, hardware, etc. Marketing
• Key interface with Divisional 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: o Logos o Labels o Collateral o In-Store Visuals o Trade Advertising o 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

SKILLS:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Photoshop and Illustrator

Salary offered will be commensurate with experience. For this New York based position, the expected base salary is $27.40 - $36.00. 

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Perry Ellis International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their individual background and characteristics. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, and termination. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to the company's commitment to equal employment opportunities.

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