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Associate Brand Manager Licensed Sports & Fan Collectibles

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Job Location:

Culver, CA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 75840 - 91740
Posted: 8 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 16 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As the Associate Brand Manager - Licensed Sports & Fan Collectibles you will support the end-to-end product execution for a high-growth portfolio of trend-driven sports and entertainment brands! Working closely with the Senior Brand Manager you will assist in bringing athlete partnerships major sporting event milestones and fan-driven trends to life through action figures toys and collectibles. Come join one of the worlds biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!

What You Will Do:

  • Support the Senior Brand Manager in day-to-day brand management and product execution for major sports properties governing bodies and entertainment partners
  • Assist in translating athlete partnerships major sporting event milestones seasonality and fan-driven trends into compelling action figures toys and collectibles that collectors crave
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product design packaging marketing) to support the product development lifecycle from concept to market
  • Own and manage key operational documents including product line planning docs copy/photography briefs and project management trackers
  • Manage licensor communications portal submissions and design approvals to ensure brand compliance and strict adherence to development schedules
  • Analyze point-of-sale data consumer feedback and competitive trends to identify new development opportunities and co-develop retail exclusive plans
  • Partner with the Sales team to gather global input participate in key account calls and assist in creating compelling brand presentation decks
  • Coordinate the timely creation placement and approval of development samples presentation models and marketing photography
  • Act as a central communication hub updating cross-functional teams and stakeholders on project statuses style guides issues and opportunities

What We Are Looking For:

  • 2 years of experience in brand development product management or project management within the consumer products sports merchandising or toy industry.

  • A strong passion for sports culture athlete partnerships and fan collectibles
  • Familiarity with the end-to-end product development lifecycle and global manufacturing processes

  • Exceptional verbal written and presentation skills with the ability to confidently engage diverse audiences across all organizational levels

  • Strong analytical problem-solving skills with a proven ability to interpret data measure metrics and formulate strategic recommendations

  • A highly adaptable organized and collaborative mindset with the capacity to seamlessly manage multiple shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Nice To Have:

  • Bachelors degree in Business Administration Marketing Advertising or a related field is a plus

  • Prior experience within the toy games or consumer goods industry is a plus

  • Knowledge of digital rights management (DRM) systems is a plus

This job description is not designed to cover orcontaina comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that arerequired ofthe employee but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What We Offer

The salary range for this position is $75840 - $91740 / Yr. The base salary may vary based on experience role tenure performance industry and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children employee basiclifeand AD&D insurance a401(K) retirementprogram with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals short and long-term disability and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes Monday through Thursday on-site with an optional WFH on Fridays up to 20 workdays fully remote each year and Time Off for vacation and sick Jazwares Cares you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

  • Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasmshow inour products relationships and commitment to our community.
  • Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
  • Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

      Dontmiss out onthis extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today andletsshape the future ofplaytogether!

      JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color sex religion national or ethnic origin citizenship status ancestry disability age military status marital status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities.

      Who We Are

      Jazwares a Berkshire Hathaway company is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997 Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus onidentifyingnew and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows Pokémon Hello Kitty Star Wars Five Nights at Freddys DisneyBumBumz and addition to toys offerings include costumes games and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation Florida Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information visit follow us onLinkedInXInstagram andFacebook.

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