Sean John, a lifestyle brand created by Sean �Diddy� Combs that defines style and luxury on the
cutting edge of fashion 

 

We maintain high standards in the passion, creativity, and quality of our product, and
professionals. If your interest is to join an exciting team and you are motivated to cultivate
our vision, this is an ideal opportunity for you!

 

Our Vice President of Licensing is responsible for:

 

�         Maximizing the growth potential of Sean John to become a complete global lifestyle
brand by further development of current licensees and identifying new licensing opportunities.

�         Ensure consistent quality execution of the brand throughout licensed categories as it
pertains to design, approvals, merchandising, packaging, marketing, advertising, trade shows
and showrooms.

�         Monitor, track and collect licensing related fees including royalties and advertising
contributions.

�         Manage licensing team.

 

Major Responsibilities/Activities: 

 

Product Development/Merchandising:

 

�         Interface with Sean John Design on direction

o        Work with design to get ahead of calendar.

o        Ensure licensees receive the design tools needed to make the best product possible.

o        Monitor Licensee Merchandising and pricing plans. 

o        Develop and manage a solid approval process.

o        Police product development calendars and timelines and monitor adherence.

 

Business Development:

 

�         Meet with Licensees quarterly to review current retail condition, product performance
and competitive situation.

o        Identify and set goals.

o        Orientate new licensees � educate and welcome. 

o        Oversee licensees involvement in trade shows i.e. MAGIC.

o        Work with licensees to maximize the performance and quality of their businesses. 

 

Advertising/Marketing:

 

�         Work closely with advertising/marketing team to ensure the corporate and licensees
needs are met.

�         Monitor annual national licensee advertising budgets.

�         Legal

�         Negotiate contracts and work with legal representation to execute contracts that
reflect business goals.

�         Insure that all requirements within the licensing agreement are being met.

 

Factory Compliance:

 

�         Manage the licensees� factory compliance process.

�         Work with outsourced partner to ensure that licensees� factories adhere to the
company�s strict human rights and ethical guidelines.

 

 

Minimum Requirements:

 

�         Bachelor�s degree in Marketing or Advertising preferred.

�         A minimum of 10 years experience in Marketing, Product Development/Merchandising.

�         Ability to multitask in a high pace, deadline driven environment.

�         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

�         Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

�         Solid skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

�         Solid experience with Quark Products and Photoshop.

�         Availability for some travel

 

 

 

                           Sean John is an equal opportunity employer
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
Contact: 
 
 
Company: Sean John 
Email: [email protected] 
Reference Code: VPLC