We are seeking an experienced Associate Product Manager - Basketball to join our rapidly growing team! If you thrive in a fast pace, startup environment in a space with tremendous potential and among some of the brightest minds in the business, Fanatics Collectibles is an excellent place to grow your career!
The Associate Product Manager works on trading card projects and helps execute the strategy set by the Product Manager. The APM is in charge of executional activities across multiple properties that help ensure the products are of high-quality, delivered on-time and within budget. The role will require strict attention to detail, ability to manage multiple deadlines, and ability to be fast and flexible in reacting to feedback from managers, cross-functional teams and licensors.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist Product Manager in creating the yearly product release plan
Assist Product Manager on creation of product descriptions and ensure deadlines are met
Manage subject lists and budgets to maximize quality of product content
Work with project management to ensure production deadlines are met
Partner with creative department to assist in the review and approval of designs for each brand
Partner with editorial team to ensure content (e.g. image selection and text) is appropriate for each product
Assist in providing direction to marketing on product promotion
Oversee and liaise with licensors to implement a smooth approvals process for the projects that you are working on
Work with brand manager to create go-to-market strategy for key releases
Requirements
Comprehensive knowledge of sports, specifically Basketball
Knowledge of collectibles category & license trends
Ability to work in fast-paced team environment
Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Strong computer skills – Word, PowerPoint and Excel essential
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – written and oral
Creative and strategic thinking abilities
Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
At least 2-3 years brand or product development experience
Consumer products or collectables experience preferred
The salary range for this position is $69,000- $80,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Product Management and Marketing
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet
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