Steve Madden

Account Manager - Licensing

Steve Madden  •  $95k - $100k/yr  •  Long Island City, NY (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

General Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Account Manager - Licensing to join our team!

The Account Manager - Licensing will be responsible for managing and expanding our licensing portfolio, ensuring that our products meet brand standards, and cultivating strong relationships with our licensing partners. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent negotiation skills and a keen understanding of the fashion and apparel industry.

The responsibilities described below are considered essential functions of the role. This position is based in our LIC office and requires working on-site five days per week.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive licensing strategies to enhance brand visibility and revenue growth
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential licensing partners
  • Negotiate licensing agreements and ensure compliance with contract terms
  • Ensure all licensed products meet Steve Madden Brands’ quality standards and brand guidelines
  • Collaborate with design and production teams to maintain brand integrity
  • Conduct market research to identify new licensing opportunities and trends
  • Analyze competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions
  • Oversee licensing budgets, royalties, and financial performance
  • Monitor and report on the financial impact of licensing activities
  • Manage the end-to-end process of licensing projects, from concept to launch
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery
  • Oversee license renewals, amendments and contract-related updates, ensuring compliance with licensor requirements
  • Identify new licensing opportunities and/or partners
  • Negotiate terms for new partnerships
  • Work closely with legal teams to draft and review licensing agreements
  • Ensure all licensing activities comply with relevant laws and regulations

Required Qualifications

  • Associates degree or equivalent experience in a related field that demonstrates your dedication to the industry
  • 3–5 years of licensing or brand management experience within apparel, consumer products, or related industries
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience managing external licensor relationships
  • Proven ability to manage multiple licenses simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy
  • Strong understanding of licensing agreements, contract management, approval workflows and compliance standards
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Creative thinker with a passion for fashion and brand development
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $95,000 - $100,000 Ranges are based on various factors such as relevant skillset, training, years of experience related to the current job description, education, and our organizational structure. In addition to the base salary, Steve Madden offers a competitive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 401K, paid holidays, a generous paid time-off policy, and career opportunities within a dynamic team.

Steve Madden

About Steve Madden

Steven Madden, Ltd. is globally recognized as a leading company in the fashion industry. What began as a modest $1100 investment in 1990 has developed into one of the most iconic brands in footwear. From a factory in Queens, NY, Steve Madden has revolutionized the shoe industry, merging years of experience with unique and creative designs. Inspired by rock and roll and his NY roots, Steve’s vision to provide on-trend women and men with an outlet to express their individuality is innovative, daring, and inspiring. Steve’s innate understanding of trends and unparalleled willpower have resulted in millions of customers worldwide and propelled his designs to the forefront of fashion.

In addition to marketing products under its own brands including Steve Madden®, Kurt Geiger London®, Dolce Vita®, Betsey Johnson®, Carvela®, Blondo® and ATM®, Steve Madden licenses footwear, handbags and other accessory categories for the Anne Klein® brand. In addition, Steve Madden designs and sources products under private label brand names for various retailers. Steve Madden’s wholesale distribution includes department stores, mass merchants, off-price retailers, shoe chains, online retailers, national chains, specialty retailers and independent stores. Steve Madden also directly operates brick-and-mortar retail stores and e-commerce websites. In addition, Steve Madden licenses certain of its brands to third parties for the marketing and sale of certain products in the apparel, accessory, and home categories.

With an emphasis on retail, wholesale, licensing and international business, there's a constant need for new ideas and versatility. Our environment is extremely fast paced and requires associates to maintain a balance of energy and professionalism. Steve Madden is about fashion-forward product and great people. Our employees are energized, intelligent and passionate about our business and committed to providing excellent customer service.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Long Island City, NY
Year Founded
1990
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