Licencing & Retail, Senior Manager – Retail & Planning

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Switzerland.

📋 Description

• Oversee designated FIFA retail and ecommerce accounts concerning product and marketing initiatives.

• Provide strategic contributions to the FIFA retail strategy aimed at enhancing sales, revenue, and the consumer experience.

• Manage merchandising, products, logistics, operational responsibilities, and royalty reporting for the assigned retail accounts.

• Plan and coordinate product assortment and purchasing for FIFA retail channels alongside retail operators and the licensing team.

• Identify product opportunities and spearhead product development in collaboration with licensing managers.

• Organize product collection launches, promotions, storytelling, marketing campaigns, and consumer engagement efforts.

• Take ownership of the product rollout and marketing calendars for FIFA retail channels.

• Manage licensing and retail projects, including Direct-to-Retail (DTR) initiatives.

• Assist in the management of FIFA licensees concerning retail opportunities and requirements.

• Collaborate with the Licensing & Retail controller to assess and track projects, support data-driven decisions, and ensure accurate recording, processing, and invoicing of financial compensations.

• Supervise market benchmarking and monitor unauthorized FIFA intellectual property products and retail actions.

• Aid the team lead in retail-related Request for Proposal (RFP) processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar or related position.

• Background in assortment planning or purchasing within Direct-to-Consumer (DTC)/retail and ecommerce.

• Familiarity with sports, sports-related environments, or sport licensing settings.

• Project management experience is considered an advantage.

• Proven experience in retail marketing is a plus.

• Knowledge of retail operations, logistics, innovation, and technical advancements is beneficial.

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with planning tools, including project management systems, is an asset.

• Familiarity with ecommerce platforms (e.g., Shopify) is a plus.

• Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is an advantage.

• Strong understanding of the retail and ecommerce landscape, including the sports licensed business and its key players.

• Experience with systems that guide and inform workflows and stakeholder management.

• Exceptional networking and communication skills with strong stakeholder consultation abilities.

• Willingness to travel as necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Engaging work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

• Comprehensive health benefits package.