Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from FAM Brands
Job overview
The Licensing Assistant at FAM Brands supports licensing programs by managing samples, communications, and documentation to ensure smooth licensor relationships and product quality.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves submitting and tracking samples, maintaining records of licensor approvals, managing artwork and samples, coordinating deliveries, supporting internal teams with training on licensor policies, and attending relevant meetings to ensure product standards.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a bachelor's degree in merchandising or related field, 3+ years in merchandising/licensing within apparel manufacturing, strong PowerPoint skills, organizational ability, and some Adobe Suite knowledge; PLM experience and club program support are a plus.
Work environment and culture
FAM Brands emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in its workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment and making hiring decisions based on merit and business needs.
Company information
FAM Brands, founded in 2000, designs and sells sportswear and activewear under proprietary and licensed brands, producing over 75 million units annually and serving major retailers globally.
Company overview
FAM Brands designs, manufactures, and distributes a wide range of apparel and accessories, focusing on activewear, loungewear, and lifestyle clothing. They generate revenue through wholesale partnerships with major retailers, direct-to-consumer sales via e-commerce, and private label manufacturing for other brands. Founded in 1985, the company has grown by acquiring and developing several well-known brands, emphasizing quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your experience in merchandising and licensing within apparel manufacturing, emphasizing your ability to manage licensor relationships and coordinate sample tracking and approvals.
Showcase your organizational skills, proficiency in PowerPoint, and familiarity with Adobe Suite and PLM systems, as these are key requirements for the Licensing Assistant role at FAM Brands.
Apply through multiple channels including FAM Brands' corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in the licensing or product development teams at FAM Brands; start conversations by referencing recent brand initiatives or asking about how they manage licensor communications.
Optimize your resume with keywords from the job description such as 'licensing,' 'sample tracking,' 'PowerPoint,' 'PLM,' and 'licensor approvals' to ensure it passes ATS screening effectively.
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