Associate Category Manager.

Immediate need for a talented Associate Category Manager. This is a 06 months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Burbank, CA (Hybrid). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-62525
Pay Range: $38 - $42.50/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Shift : Mon Fri 8.00 AM 5.00 PM EST
• Serve as the primary point of contact for apparel licensees, delivering exceptional day-to-day communication and support.
• Assist the Category Managers in various responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
• Lead communication with licensees on retail, marketing, financial, and product requests, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Provide support to the team on retail planning, presentations, and category insights research to drive strategic decision-making.
• Represent Client as a brand ambassador, fostering strong relationships with partners and ensuring alignment with brand values.
• Support licensee marketing initiatives for key collection launches, partnering closely with Brand, PR, Social and Marketing teams.
• Assist in drafting and submitting contracts, customs and shipping letters and follow through on status.
• Stay updated on the latest developments in the retailer landscape and industry trends, identifying opportunities for growth and potential new partnerships.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key skills; Quality technician experience
• Demonstrated understanding of brand/category positioning, retailer landscape, business development, and retailer distribution.
• Results oriented, ambitious and hardworking drive while showcasing your desire to grow within the consumer products industry.
• Strong base of presentation skills paired with creativity, flexibility, enthusiasm, and passion.
• Proven ability to react to change and operate with urgency in a fast-paced environment.
• Track record of successfully pursuing business opportunities and closing deals.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Self-starter with a proactive and dependable work ethic.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams), Adobe Acrobat. SharePoint knowledge is ideal.
• Bachelor s degree in commerce, Marketing, Business or related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in category management, knowledge of licensing business or directly related field.
• Bachelor s degree in commerce, Marketing, Business or related field required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in category management, knowledge of licensing business or directly related field.

Our client is a leading IT Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

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