Job Title: Licensing and Brand Manager
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90058
Reports To: Director of Merchandising
Employment Type: Full-time, On-Site. Vernon, CA
Base Salary: $75,000 - $115,000 per year (based on experience)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off
Position Overview:
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Licensing and Brand Manager to lead and grow our portfolio of licensed and partner brands. In this role, you will identify and secure licensing opportunities, negotiate contracts, and foster brand collaborations that enhance our product offering and align with Threadbeast’s culture and vision. You’ll work closely with internal teams to strategically bring brands to market, and ensure their success. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Threadbeast by driving key relationships and creating lasting partnerships. If you have a passion for streetwear, a keen eye for brand development, and strong business acumen, we want to hear from you!
About ThreadBeast
ThreadBeast is a leading streetwear subscription e-commerce company in the fashion industry, offering a personalized and seamless shopping experience for the latest styles and trends. Our team comprises passionate, creative, and driven individuals dedicated to delivering the best products and services to our customers. We value diversity, inclusivity, and our team members' unique perspectives and experiences. If you are a driven and talented individual looking to make a difference and be part of a dynamic and growing company, we encourage you to apply for a role at ThreadBeast.
Key Responsibilities:
Licensing & Contract Management (80-85% Focus):
- Research and identify new brand opportunities, analyzing market trends & potential fit.
- Work closely with the management team to align licensing initiatives with Threadbeast’s target audience, company values, and overall business objectives.
- Oversee the legal and business aspects of licensing agreements, including negotiation of contract terms, royalties, and category exclusivity, ensuring clear objectives and deliverables are outlined.
- Draft, issue, and execute contracts, modifications, & renewals in a timely manner.
- Monitor and manage active licenses, overseeing performance metrics, ensuring targets are met, and optimizing strategies for future collaborations.
- Oversee the growth, maintenance, and exit of brands and artwork within Threadbeast’s roster of licenses, providing regular performance updates and strategic insights into the licensing portfolio.
Brand Prospecting & Acquisition (15-20% Focus):
- Lead outreach efforts to develop and manage relationships to enhance visibility and drive mutual business growth through product licenses, marketing, and/or PR.
- Collaborate with marketing, merchandising, and management to integrate partnerships & licensed products with campaigns, ensuring cohesive brand representation.
- Create reports and insights on partnership effectiveness, offering recommendations for improvements or new opportunities.
Qualifications:- Must Have:
- 5+ years of experience in licensing, partnerships, and/or marketing within the apparel or fashion industry.
- Solid understanding of the retail environment including retail and DTC.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and growing brand relationships that align with company goals.
- Strong negotiation and account management skills, with the ability to nurture long-term relationships with external partners.
- Ambitious, resourceful, focused and goal-oriented.
- Analytical mindset to track market analyses & partnership performance to identify areas for improvement or innovation.
- Highly detail-oriented. Excellent organizational & project management skills, Excellent ability to manage scheduling for self and others.
- Ability to juggle several projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills. Ability to lead people, build trust, and maintain confidentiality.
- Highly effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to create impactful presentation decks for executive level team members.
- Ability to develop, pitch, and execute a partnership plan, working with cross functional teams to ensure the vision is executed effectively to meet and exceed goals.
- Preferred:
- Strong understanding of consumer product trends and brand positioning in the Streetwear space.
- Experience in cross-channel marketing (digital, retail, social media), with a demonstrated ability to manage multi-channel campaigns.
- Familiarity with fashion startups or high-growth environments.
Culture
“I love shopping for clothes” —said almost no guy, ever.
That's where ThreadBeast steps in. Launched in 2015, we've become the go-to, hassle-free answer to the age-old question, "What should I wear?" for young men nationwide. Our innovative approach to shopping delivers handpicked, trendsetting apparel right to our members' doorsteps. With ThreadBeast, the days of sifting through racks, making trips to the store, or fussing over returns are a thing of the past.
At the core of ThreadBeast, streetwear, and lifestyle fashion reign supreme. Our expert stylists ensure our members get exclusive access to pieces that not only set trends but also allow them to express their unique style effortlessly. We do more than just send boxes of clothes; we offer a personalized fashion journey, making streetwear accessible and personal. By focusing on individual tastes, ThreadBeast transcends traditional shopping, fostering a community where discovering and showcasing personal identity through fashion is celebrated.
Join our mission to redefine how men shop, contributing to the rise of a brand that's always in step with culture. We're dedicated to assembling a high-performing team deeply passionate about their work and the impact we can make together.
