VP, Lifestyle (Fashion and Luxury)
VP, Lifestyle (Fashion and Luxury)
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Who We Are
Authentic is a unified platform that integrates M&A brand strategy creativity and digital innovation to unlock the power of its global Lifestyle and Entertainment the worlds largest sports and entertainment licensing company Authentic connects strong brands with best-in-class partners to optimize long-term value in the brands generate more than $32 billion in global annual retail sales and have an expansive retail footprint in more than 150 countries including 13000-plus freestanding stores and shop-in-shops and 400000 points of transforms brands by delivering powerful storytelling compelling content innovative business models and immersive experiences. It creates original marketing strategies to drive the success of its brands across all consumer touchpoints platforms and emerging media
Why Authentic
Youll be able to access the resources and scale while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What were saying is this isnt your average day job. If youre hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career lets chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail marketing licensing legal and more we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine evolve and transform brands! At Authentic we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami as well as Toronto Mexico City London and Shanghai.
What Youll Do
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic leader to drive the growth and expansion of our portfolio overseeing our licensee portfolio across our key verticals. This role will play a pivotal part in managing and enhancing relationships with key licensees while identifying opportunities for market expansion distribution growth and brand development.
What youll be working on
- Strategic Business Growth: Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth across brands working closely with licensees to optimize their business plans in distribution merchandising and marketing.
- Licensee Management: Engage with senior leadership at partner organizations constructively challenging and guiding them on expansion strategies to maximize brand performance.
- Retail & Merchandising Excellence: Leverage expertise in fashion retail and merchandising to ensure brands maintain a strong market presence and premium positioning.
- Market Expansion: Identify new opportunities for growth including untapped markets category extensions and enhanced distribution channels.
- Financial Planning & Forecasting: Develop annual business plans revenue forecasts and performance metrics ensuring targets are met while maintaining financial discipline.
- Collaboration with Regional & Global Teams: Work closely with Regional and Global Brand Management Marketing Merchandising and Finance teams to ensure brand consistency innovation and strategic alignment across markets.
- International Brand Experience: Ensure global best practices are adapted to the Indian market while maintaining strong relationships with international stakeholders.
- Consulting & Advisory Approach: Guide and mentor teams providing data-driven insights and recommendations to enhance brand positioning and market penetration.
- P&L Management: Oversee financial performance ensuring profitability and sustainable business growth.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize market intelligence consumer insights and competitive benchmarking to inform strategy and decision-making.
- Operational Excellence: Establish and optimize processes for better efficiency ensuring seamless coordination between partners and internal stakeholders.
- Talent Development & Leadership: Drive a high-performance culture within the team focusing on talent development succession planning and capability building.
- Forecasting & Planning: Develop and refine forecasting models to predict sales trends manage inventory efficiently and optimize supply chain processes.
- Strategic Business Development: Drive strategic business development with our existing platform partners and work closely with the Business Development Team to identify categories partners and channels that can expand our business.
Target Deliverables and Metrics
- Onboarding of New & Key Account Management of Licensees
- Gross Minimum Royalty (GMR) for the territory
- Revenue Targets
- Royalty Overages
- Accurate Forecasting
- Royalty Payment/Collections
Must Haves
- Minimum 18 years of experience in fashion retail merchandising or brand management.
- Proven track record of working with international brands and managing large-scale business operations.
- Candidates from consulting firms with a strong retail or consumer goods practice are encouraged to apply.
- Strong ability to engage with senior management on the licensee side and challenge them constructively to drive business growth.
- Masters degree in Management Fashion or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop and execute business strategies that drive revenue and brand equity.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-growth environment with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Experience in budget management forecasting and business planning to support long-term strategic objectives.
Fraud Alert: Unauthorized Job Offers and Impersonations
We have been made aware of fraudulent job offers and interview requests being sent by individuals falsely claiming to represent Authentic. These scams are often initiated via email employment websites and social media and may include fake interview requests offer letters or attempts to collect personal and financial information.
Please note:
- All legitimate Authentic job postings can be found only on our official website () or through our verified LinkedIn page ( does not conduct interviews over Teams or Zoom without prior email correspondence from a verified @ email address.
- We will never ask you for sensitive personal information payment or banking details as part of the hiring process.
If you believe youve been contacted by someone impersonating an Authentic team member please report it immediately by emailing
Authentic is an equal-opportunity employer and we value and embrace the diversity and inclusion of all Team Members. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender gender identity sexual orientation race national origin disability age marital status protected veteran status or other legally protected status.
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