Assistant Manager, Licensed Products (Golf)
Company: New Era Cap, LLC
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: November 18, 2024
Job Description:
Since 1920, New Era has been hand-crafting the finest headwear and
apparel in the world. New Era employees are masters of their craft.
We are innovators, architects of culture, experts, and forward
thinkers. We demand excellence because we pride ourselves on the
quality of our products and the authenticity of our brand. Every
day at New Era is a new experience because we are redefining what
it is to be a lifestyle brand. This family-owned business was built
on the hard work and dedication of our employees. The creativity,
innovation, and passion our teams of people around the globe bring
every day have made New Era what it is today. Apply to join New
Era's team! The Assistant Manager, Licensed Products (Golf) is
responsible for the day-to-day coordination in support of the New
Era Golf Category business and marketing initiatives. They will
manage and oversee operational needs for Golf brand partners and
licensed tournaments (LIV Golf, PGA Tour, US Open, PGA
Championship, Ryder Cup, TGL, etc.). They will additionally provide
all customer relations needs for Green Grass
customers.Responsibilities
- Support the Golf category, by providing additional key account
support for our license partners and brand partners
- Manage in-bound sales and expand current portfolio by providing
proofs, building ROAL specifications for key accounts invoices,
processing orders with CSRs, managing calendars for orders placed,
and acting as a liaison for these accounts to New Era
- Lead Golf category marketing initiatives by processing
invoices, following-up on payments, and helping to coordinate and
track the overall category marketing budget
- Coordinate the athlete seeding shipments and oversee athlete
database for Category
- Oversee deliverables to agencies, organize feedback and
correspondence to/from agencies
- Order product for golf marketing initiatives
- Prepare presentations for internal and external meetings
- Lead the planning and preparation for all special
events/tournaments (LIV Golf, Ryder Cup, PGA Championship, Solheim
Cup, etc.) as well as additional Category VIP events
- Implement new sales strategies and methodologies based on
research, data, success rates and market trends
- Research golf headwear competitors' lines and their marketing
initiatives
- Coordinate and work with legal team on legal approvals
- Monitor and coordinate licensee (LIV, TGL, PGA, USGA, NCAA,
MLB, NFL, etc.) approval process for all product and creative
- Monitor current LIV League & TGL standings and stay current on
industry news
- Support with annual DCK Golf Tournament as necessary
- Manage brand partner requests as needed
- Keep all sensitive matters confidential
- Other duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to
make cold calls
- Accuracy and deep attention to detail; highly organized
- Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects and multitask
- Meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment across
organizational structures
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Conceptual, creative thinker-who can thrive in a fast-paced
environment
- Ability to be proactive and flexible in the face of change and
last minute requirements
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule - evenings and weekends
may be required
- Ability to play Golf a bonus, but not necessaryEducation and
Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing or
related field highly preferred; additional relevant experience will
be considered in lieu of a degree
- Three (3) to five (5) years of marketing experience; sports or
apparel preferred
- Experience in SAP preferredTravel Requirement
- 0% to 15%; domestic and/or globalNew Era Cap, LLC is an
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that believes in
inclusion and does not discriminate against any candidate or
employee on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national
origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran
status, genetics, or any other basis protected by applicable local,
state or federal laws.The salary range for this posted position is
$60,000 - $70,000 (plus bonus & benefits) and pertains to
candidates located in Western New York. Actual compensation is
determined by a wide array of factors including but not limited to
skill set, education, essential job duties and requirements, and
necessary experience.
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Keywords: New Era Cap, LLC, Cheektowaga , Assistant Manager, Licensed Products (Golf), Executive , Buffalo, New York
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